i3-msg

Switch workspace

$ i3-msg workspace [3]

$ i3-msg move left

$ i3-msg exec [firefox]

$ i3-msg reload

$ i3-msg -t get_workspaces

$ i3-msg layout [tabbed]

i3-msg [options] command

i3-msg sends commands to a running i3 window manager. It provides scriptable control over windows, workspaces, and layouts.
The tool can execute any i3 command and query state information. It's essential for scripting and automation.

COMMAND

i3 command to execute.

Message type (command, get_workspaces).

Socket path.

Quiet mode.

Display help information.

Requires running i3. Socket must be accessible. Commands must be valid i3 syntax.

i3-msg is part of the i3 window manager project for IPC communication.

i3(1), swaymsg(1), i3lock(1)