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xssstate

A simple tool to retrieve the X screensaver state

  • cli-tool
  • COMMAND-LINE
  • Launchable
  • Runs in terminal
official+codex · reviewed · May 29, 2026 description in en

Description

Reports the current X screen-saver state and related idle information for scripts. It helps lightweight desktop setups decide whether the screen is blanked, locked, or idle enough to trigger another action.

It is a read-only helper and does not lock the screen by itself. Automation based on presence or idle time should be designed with privacy and false positives in mind.

How to run

xssstate

Commands: xssstate

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