sklauncher is a terminal-based application launcher for Linux.
It uses the skim fuzzy finder to locate and launch desktop applications, executable files and commands.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Lists and launches applications from
.desktopfiles. - Finds and executes binary files.
- Provides fast fuzzy searching through the built-in skim engine.
- Orders results using application launch history.
- Supports direct execution of raw commands.
- Accepts configurable skim search and interface options.
- Can prepend a wrapper or prefix command before execution.
- Integrates with window managers such as Sway.
Website: github.com/miyakogi/sklauncher
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Developer: miyakogi
License: MIT License
sklauncher is written in Rust. Learn Rust with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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| ATMIRAL | Accessible text-based menu interface |
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