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kdotool vs xdotool: catalog facts
kdotool	xdotool
Free Free and open source.	Free Free, with source published on GitHub.
Linux, Command line	Linux, Command line
Familiar xdotool-style commands Works under Wayland on KDE Plasma	Simulates key presses, typing and mouse clicks from scripts Finds and manipulates windows and desktops
KDE Plasma only Does not cover every xdotool feature	Works on X11 only, not native Wayland sessions Command-line only, with no graphical interface
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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