centerpiece

A fast, minimal and plugin-extendable omnibox launcher for Wayland, written in Rust.

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About centerpiece

centerpiece is a keyboard-driven search box for Wayland desktops. Its stated aims are fast performance, a minimal interface and extension through plugins, so it can reach applications and other items from a single input field.

It includes a service that indexes local Git repositories so they can be opened from the launcher. It is not yet in the major package managers; the repository offers a Nix flake and a Home Manager module, which suits NixOS users most.

Strengths

  • Single search box for several kinds of items
  • Plugin-based design
  • Can index local Git repositories
  • Nix flake and Home Manager module

Limitations

  • Not packaged in major package managers yet
  • Wayland only

Details

Pricing
FreeFree and open source.
License
Open source, license not stated
Developer
friedow
Platforms
Linux
How it runs
Downloadable app
Account
Not required
Works offline
Yes
Best suited for
NixOS and Wayland users who want an omnibox-style launcher
Categories
App launchers
Last verified
Added
Provenance
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