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Swayimg vs qimgv: catalog facts
Swayimg	qimgv
Free Free and open source.	Free Free and open source.
Linux	Windows, Linux
Wide format support including JPEG XL, HEIC, AVIF and RAW Lua scripting for customization	Quick copy and move shortcuts for sorting images Configurable themes and shortcuts
Linux only and aimed at Wayland Configuration takes more effort than a typical desktop viewer	Updates may be slow, as the developer states Video support is marked experimental
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License: GPL-3.0
No account needed	No account needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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