i3
tiling window manager for X11
TLDR
Start i3
$ i3
Use custom config$ i3 -c [~/.config/i3/config]
Replace running instance$ i3 --replace
Start with log file$ i3 --shmlog-size=[10485760]
Check version$ i3 --version
SYNOPSIS
i3 [options]
DESCRIPTION
i3 is a tiling window manager for X11. It organizes windows in a tree structure with workspaces, containers, and layouts.
The window manager uses keyboard-driven navigation and configuration. It supports multi-monitor setups and extensive customization.
PARAMETERS
-c FILE
Configuration file.-a
Disable autostart.--replace
Replace running WM.--shmlog-size SIZE
Shared memory log size.-V
Verbose mode.--version
Show version.--help
Display help information.
CAVEATS
X11 only. Wayland version is Sway. Configuration learning curve.
HISTORY
i3 was created by Michael Stapelberg in 2009 as an improved tiling window manager focused on simplicity and documentation.