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ydotool vs xdotool: catalog facts
ydotool	xdotool
Free Free open-source software, with optional sponsorship.	Free Free, with source published on GitHub.
Linux, Command line	Linux, Command line
Works on Wayland as well as X11 Scriptable from any shell	Simulates key presses, typing and mouse clicks from scripts Finds and manipulates windows and desktops
Linux only Requires running a separate daemon	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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