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Guide to X11/Window Managers/dwm
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Type: dynamic
Language: C
Licence: DWM
The dynamic window manager is minimalistic and has no dependencies other than xlib libraries.
Operation
Raising and lowering windows
Resizing windows
Showing and hiding windows
Context events
Features
Features of the dynamic window manager include:
dynamic switching between stacking and tiling modes
Window decorations include a single pixel borders which indicate focus
Written in C
Lightweight and uses the xlib library
Windows can be grouped using tags
Multiple desktop support
Desktop bar provides status information and the facility to switch between desktops
Tiling layouts
In tiling mode windows are arranged as a master window with a column of other windows. Transient dialogue windows may use a stacking arrangement over the existing tiled layout.
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