Introduction
In the Linux world, customization and speed are aspects that many users constantly seek to improve. A fast and flexible launcher can make the difference between a smooth workflow and one full of interruptions. Rofi is a lightweight tool that combines the functions of an application launcher, window switcher, and customizable menu, all with minimal resource consumption.
What is Rofi?
Rofi is a selector invoked via a keyboard shortcut that presents a filtered list of items. As the user types, the list narrows in real time, allowing quick finding of applications, commands, windows, or any other type of input. Its interface is text-based, making it compatible with practically any desktop environment or window manager.
Installation
Most distributions include Rofi in their official repositories. On Debian/Ubuntu-based systems it can be installed with:
- sudo apt update
- sudo apt install rofi
On Fedora:
- sudo dnf install rofi
On Arch Linux and derivatives:
- sudo pacman -S
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