What is Screenlets FOR LINUX?

Screenlets FOR LINUX

Looking for a versatile solution to enhance your Linux desktop experience? Look no further! Screenlets FOR LINUX is the ultimate collection of small owner-drawn applications that bring a touch of innovation and functionality to your workspace.

Key Features:

• Small owner-drawn applications in Python


• Virtual representation of desktop items like sticknotes, clocks, rulers, and more


• Themeable mini-apps to solve basic desktop-work-related needs


• Improves usability and eye-candy of the modern Linux desktop


• Follows UNIX-idea of modularization for one-tool-one-purpose concept

Technical Specifications:

• Framework: Screenlets


• Language: Python


• Version: 0.0.8


• DBus control for customized services


• Easy handling of settings and options

Ready to give Screenlets FOR LINUX a try? Follow these simple steps to get started:

1. Extract the archive into a directory of your choice


2. Navigate to the directory location


3. Run "make install" as root user (Ubuntu users add "sudo" before the command)


4. Install .desktop-files for stable screenlets using "make menu"

For detailed documentation and customization options, consider generating pydoc, doxydoc, or epydoc documentation based on your preferences.

Remember, the recommended way to start Screenlets is by launching them directly. Avoid using "screenletsd" for starting screenlets and utilize the Applications-menu or ControlScreenlet for seamless operation.

If you wish to have specific screenlets launched on startup, add them to your session's startup programs for a hassle-free experience every time you log into your gnome-session.

How Download Works

Go to the Softpas website, press the 'Downloads' button, and pick the app you want to download and install—easy and fast!