How mouse-less can you make Linux? (lemmy.blahaj.zone)

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macOS is my favourite operating system. Finder in column view with arrow keys to navigate, combined with space for file preview, is incredibly fast and intuitive. Trackpad integration also results in less hand movement. I'm building a Linux (Bazzite) desktop, though, and I've set my sights on the stars.

nnn looks to be an incredible file manager, and was a great recommendation. It looks even more capable than Finder, albeit without scrolling/zooming previews, thanks to macOS having unmatched trackpad functionality. Not to mention Spotlight, which makes opening apps trivial--especially with Alfred available as well. I want to go beyond mere file management, though.

File managenent, browsing, gaming, everything. Just how much can you configure a Linux system to eliminate mouse usage? Shortcut guides welcome (I already know the major ones). I also have a keen interest in tiling window managers, but I've not delved that deep yet. I don't know how to set one up.

Guess I'm forced to learn Emacs/Vim/similar.

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[-] demesisx@infosec.pub 14 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

XMonad would make that exceptionally easy. If you want to try it, I’d recommend doing it on NixOS and just forking a working config that uses a tiling window manager. This is a great config that I used as the foundation for my own: https://github.com/gvolpe/nix-config

[-] Neptr@lemmy.blahaj.zone 3 points 3 weeks ago

Until a port to Wayland is made, I would avoid using this DE. X.Org is unmaintained legacy software. Maybe Sway would work as a replacement?

[-] trevor@lemmy.blahaj.zone 1 points 3 weeks ago

You're right, and it's such a bummer that Waymonad isn't a thing. No other window manager or DE comes close to XMonad for me. i3/Sway are way off, IMO.

[-] demesisx@infosec.pub 12 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

They’re working on Waymonad as we speak.

If OP didn’t notice, the config I linked also has a Hyprland option. Personally, I’m sticking to Xmonad until Waymonad is ready. Nothing comes close.

ps. I decided to start a sister community to my XMonad one for Waymonad. I will try to post updates there whenever possible.

[-] trevor@lemmy.blahaj.zone 3 points 3 weeks ago

That's great! Last I checked, Waymonad was stalled indefinitely, so this is reassuring.

[-] HEXN3T@lemmy.blahaj.zone 1 points 3 weeks ago

Should I just forego Bazzite entirely? NixOS seems fun. Might require more setup on the gaming end, but I'd like more UX freedom.

[-] demesisx@infosec.pub 11 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

I’d go Hyprland if you’re looking for something similar to Xmonad for Wayland. It isn’t formally verified like Xmonad is, though.

[-] Neptr@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 points 3 weeks ago

For games, use Steam and Lutris Flatpaks. Should make it pretty simple.

[-] bargo@mastodon.tn 1 points 3 weeks ago

@Neptr @HEXN3T
there's a very huge warning everywhere against using Steam flatpak, don't, just don't

[-] Neptr@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 points 3 weeks ago

Where? Have a link?

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