FICHA · AUR

devilspie2

A window matching utility, allowing the user to perform scripted actions on windows as they are created.

  • desktop-automation-tool
  • WINDOW-MANAGER
  • AUTOMATION
  • LUA
  • Launchable
  • Background service
official+codex · reviewed · May 29, 2026 description in en

Description

Automates window placement and behavior by matching newly created windows and running scripted actions. It is useful for users who want repeatable desktop layouts, rules, or custom window handling.

Window automation can move, resize, focus, or alter application windows unexpectedly. Test scripts gradually and keep a way to disable rules if the desktop becomes hard to use.

How to run

devilspie2

Commands: devilspie2

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