FICHA · AUR

light

A program to control backlights (and other hardware lights)

  • cli-tool
  • TERMINAL
  • HARDWARE
  • System
  • Launchable
  • Runs in terminal
official+codex · reviewed · Jun 2, 2026 description in en

Description

Screen backlight and compatible hardware lights can be adjusted from a small command-line tool.

This package is useful for users and scripts that need to change brightness without a full desktop settings panel. It can affect laptop displays, keyboard lights, or other supported hardware depending on permissions and device support.

Incorrect brightness settings can make a display hard to use. Keep another way to restore brightness when testing automation.

How to run

light

Commands: light

Permissions

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