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desktop-file-utils

Command line utilities for working with desktop entries

  • development-tool
  • TERMINAL
  • Launchable
  • Runs in terminal
official+codex · reviewed · May 27, 2026 description in en

Description

Provides command-line utilities for validating, installing, and updating desktop entry files. These files define application launchers, names, icons, categories, and integration with desktop menus.

Use it when packaging Linux desktop applications or checking launcher metadata. Regular desktop users usually receive it as a dependency of packaging and desktop integration tools.

How to run

desktop-file-validate

Commands: desktop-file-validate

Permissions

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