wtype
TLDR
Type text
$ wtype "[Hello World]"
Type specific key$ wtype -k [Left]
Press modifier$ wtype -M [shift|ctrl]
Release modifier$ wtype -m [ctrl]
Delay between keystrokes$ wtype -d [500] -- "[text]"
Read from stdin$ echo "[text]" | wtype -
SYNOPSIS
wtype [OPTIONS] [TEXT]
DESCRIPTION
wtype simulates keyboard input on Wayland compositors, similar to xdotool type for X11. It can type text, press specific keys, and manage modifier states.
The tool is useful for automation, testing, and scripting on Wayland systems.
PARAMETERS
-k KEY
Type specific key by name-M MOD
Press modifier key-m MOD
Release modifier key-d MS
Delay between keystrokes in milliseconds-
Read text from stdin
CAVEATS
Wayland only. Requires appropriate permissions for input simulation. Some applications may not receive simulated input due to security restrictions.
