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Fuzzel
Fuzzel launches applications and finds matches on Wayland, with inspiration from rofi and dmenu.
About Fuzzel
Fuzzel is an application launcher and fuzzy finder for Wayland, inspired by rofi(1) and dmenu(1). Its project page is hosted on Codeberg under dnkl/fuzzel, where repository files, documentation, and version history are available to browse.
With Fuzzel you can launch applications and find matching entries through fuzzy search. It follows interaction patterns familiar from dmenu and rofi, and is listed for use with Wayland and wlroots. The repository includes documentation such as a man page and an example fuzzel.ini configuration file. Its Codeberg page labels it with application-launcher, dmenu, rofi, and Wayland topics.
It suits Wayland users who want a dmenu- or rofi-style launcher for starting programs and selecting from lists, and who are comfortable using a source repository on Codeberg to obtain information and files.
Key features
- Launches applications on Wayland
- Finds matches with fuzzy finder
- Follows rofi and dmenu workflows
- Listed for Wayland and wlroots use
- Provides man page and example config
Best for: Wayland users looking for a rofi- or dmenu-style application launcher.
Good for
- Focused on Wayland use
- Familiar to dmenu and rofi users
- Source and docs viewable on Codeberg
Watch out for
- Designed for Wayland only
Fuzzel at a glance
- Website
- codeberg.org/dnkl/fuzzel
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Linux & Mac Apps
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Fuzzel FAQ
What is Fuzzel?
Fuzzel is an application launcher and fuzzy finder for Wayland, inspired by rofi(1) and dmenu(1).
Where is the Fuzzel project page?
It is hosted on Codeberg at dnkl/fuzzel, with repository files and documentation.
Does Fuzzel work like dmenu or rofi?
Yes. It is inspired by dmenu and rofi and is listed as an application-launcher and dmenu replacement.
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