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GlazeWM

github.com/glzr-io/glazewm System Utilities Open-source projectOpen source

GlazeWM provides a tiling window manager for macOS and Windows, inspired by i3wm.

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github.com/glzr-io/glazewm
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About GlazeWM

GlazeWM is a tiling window manager inspired by i3wm that organizes windows and adjusts layouts with keyboard-driven commands. It uses a YAML configuration file, supports multi-monitor setups and per-window rules, and can integrate with Zebar as a status bar.

On Windows, it is distributed via releases and via Winget, Chocolatey, and Scoop, with an option to install Zebar during installation.

Key features

  • Organize windows and adjust layout with keyboard-driven commands
  • YAML configuration file with custom file path support
  • Multi-monitor support
  • Custom rules for specific windows
  • Integration with Zebar as a status bar
  • Customizable keybindings for window and workspace actions
Best for: Windows users who want keyboard-driven, i3wm-style window tiling with file-based configuration.
Good for
  • Available through releases, Winget, Chocolatey, and Scoop
  • Configuration stored in an editable YAML file
  • Optional Zebar installation offered during installation
Watch out for
  • Windows key remapping is limited because the OS reserves some keybindings

GlazeWM at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
macOS, Windows
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026
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GlazeWM FAQ

How can GlazeWM be installed on Windows?
Download the latest version from releases, with an optional Zebar checkbox, or install via Winget with "winget install GlazeWM", Chocolatey with "choco install glazewm", or Scoop from the extras bucket.
Where is the configuration file stored?
The default path is %userprofile%\.glzr\glazewm\config.yaml. A different location can be set with the --config argument or the GLAZEWM_CONFIG_PATH environment variable.
Is a default configuration provided?
Yes, on the first launch a default configuration can optionally be generated.
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