Hi, it's me again, the guy trying to make KDE with KWin a smooth experience with this script. In these latest versions, I've managed to add several features to customize your tiling experience.
New Features
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You can now configure window priority based on the width, height, and position of the tiles.
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You can also select a default layout that is set when creating a new virtual desktop.
Some of you may wonder why this script exists when there are plugins like Krohnkite. The main difference is that Fluid tile uses the native KWin API, which ensures compatibility and integration of the script with KDE, simplifying development and adapting to future changes in KDE.
It is gradually growing, and I would like you to take a look at it to hear your opinion and if you have any more ideas to implement. I'm listening!
I was recently using Gnome with Pop OS and decided to switch to CachyOS with KDE, as I had seen that it was one of the best in terms of customization. But when using KDE, I realized that I was missing something that Pop OS implemented by default, which was the tiling system
So I decided to do some research and see if I could implement a solution that would suit my workflow, and that's how “Fluid tile” was born
Fluid tile is a script for kwin that manages windows by adapting to the custom mosaic (Super + T). You can also configure it to your liking:
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Maximize or not maximize the window when it opens
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Maximize or not maximize the last window on the virtual desktop when it closes
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Automatically create new virtual desktops
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Remove empty virtual desktops
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Blacklist apps that you don't want the script to apply to
I'd like you to take a look and tell me what you think or any bugs you find. Thank you
WORKFLOW (How it works)
When a window is opened, it is expanded by default, if another window is opened and there is space the new window is moved to the widest layout, If there are other layouts with the same size, the one closest to the top left corner of the desktop will take priority. When a window is closing, If only one window remains on the desktop, It will be expanded. Finally, if the desktop is empty, remove the desktop.
Hello again, I just released a great new version that lets you organize your windows quickly and efficiently on your desktop
TLDR
Features:
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Move windows between tiles with the new user interface by simply dragging the windows.
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You can now customize the layout that will be set on the newly created virtual desktop.
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New wiki
I know not everyone uses keyboard shortcuts, so to help you use the script more effectively by moving windows around tiles without shortcuts, I've created a new user interface that activates when you move windows
You can also create your own layouts when creating a new virtual desktop, allowing people with multiple monitors to use the script without misalignments in the tiles
New wiki that allows you to learn how Fluid tile works
Thanks for reading. Have a nice day!!!
Hi, I have good news for those who use a tilling system. I have been working these month on a new system for Fluid tile with the aim of making it easier to maintain and more reliable when moving your windows
During the rewrite, I had to discard some user options that increased the possibility of a error. These options did not add any real value, and I preferred to prioritize reliability of the script
Features
Shortcuts
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Fluid tile | Toggle window to blocklist: Disables the window that is active or has focus so that it does not interact with Fluid tile. If the application name was already included in the block list in the user configuration, the list will take precedence over this shortcut.
- Sequence:
Meta+F
- Sequence:
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Fluid tile | Change tile layout: Change the layout of the tiles and rearrange the windows
- Sequence:
Meta+Alt+F
- Sequence:
You can change them in the system settings https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/wiki/Shortcuts
Breaking changes
WindowExtendTileChangedDelaynow by default is300, change in your user settings with this value
Now, windows will always expand when possible, the UI cannot be disabled, and whenever you move a window to a tile that already has windows, they will always be swapped
These variables will stop working:
WindowsOrderMoveWindowsExtendOpenWindowsExtendCloseWindowsExtendMoveWindowsExtendMinimizeWindowsExtendResizeUIEnable
I recommend you take a look at the wiki where it will clarify your doubts https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/wiki
One more thing, this time the news isn't so good
Since my laptop keyboard broke (for whatever reason, neovim doesn't work well without a keyboard /s), I don't have the money to repair it right now, and I have to study for my firefighter exams, there will be fewer updates to the script in the coming months
I encourage you to try it out and let me know what you think. If you find any errors, you can report them in the repository
https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/issues
Have a nice day!
Edit: Demo video https://youtu.be/SKre99-ud-U
Hi, I have good news for those who use a tilling system. I have been working these month on a new system for Fluid tile with the aim of making it easier to maintain and more reliable when moving your windows
During the rewrite, I had to discard some user options that increased the possibility of a error. These options did not add any real value, and I preferred to prioritize reliability of the script
Features
Shortcuts
Fluid tile | Toggle window to blocklist: Disables the window that is active or has focus so that it does not interact with Fluid tile. If the application name was already included in the block list in the user configuration, the list will take precedence over this shortcut.
- Sequence:
Meta+FFluid tile | Change tile layout: Change the layout of the tiles and rearrange the windows
- Sequence:
Meta+Alt+FYou can change them in the system settings https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/wiki/Shortcuts
Breaking changes
WindowExtendTileChangedDelaynow by default is300, change in your user settings with this valueNow, windows will always expand when possible, the UI cannot be disabled, and whenever you move a window to a tile that already has windows, they will always be swapped
These variables will stop working:
WindowsOrderMoveWindowsExtendOpenWindowsExtendCloseWindowsExtendMoveWindowsExtendMinimizeWindowsExtendResizeUIEnableI recommend you take a look at the wiki where it will clarify your doubts https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/wiki
One more thing, this time the news isn't so good
Since my laptop keyboard broke (for whatever reason, neovim doesn't work well without a keyboard /s), I don't have the money to repair it right now, and I have to study for my firefighter exams, there will be fewer updates to the script in the coming months
I encourage you to try it out and let me know what you think. If you find any errors, you can report them in the repository
https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/issues
Have a nice day!
Hi, it's me again, the guy trying to make KDE with KWin a smooth experience with this script. In these latest versions, I've managed to add several features to customize your tiling experience.
New Features
You can now configure window priority based on the width, height, and position of the tiles.
You can also select a default layout that is set when creating a new virtual desktop.
Some of you may wonder why this script exists when there are plugins like Krohnkite. The main difference is that Fluid tile uses the native KWin API, which ensures compatibility and integration of the script with KDE, simplifying development and adapting to future changes in KDE.
It is gradually growing, and I would like you to take a look at it to hear your opinion and if you have any more ideas to implement. I'm listening!
Hi, I have good news for those who use a tilling system. I have been working these month on a new system for Fluid tile with the aim of making it easier to maintain and more reliable when moving your windows
During the rewrite, I had to discard some user options that increased the possibility of a error. These options did not add any real value, and I preferred to prioritize reliability of the script
Features
Shortcuts
Fluid tile | Toggle window to blocklist: Disables the window that is active or has focus so that it does not interact with Fluid tile. If the application name was already included in the block list in the user configuration, the list will take precedence over this shortcut.
- Sequence:
Meta+FFluid tile | Change tile layout: Change the layout of the tiles and rearrange the windows
- Sequence:
Meta+Alt+FYou can change them in the system settings https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/wiki/Shortcuts
Breaking changes
WindowExtendTileChangedDelaynow by default is300, change in your user settings with this valueNow, windows will always expand when possible, the UI cannot be disabled, and whenever you move a window to a tile that already has windows, they will always be swapped
These variables will stop working:
WindowsOrderMoveWindowsExtendOpenWindowsExtendCloseWindowsExtendMoveWindowsExtendMinimizeWindowsExtendResizeUIEnableI recommend you take a look at the wiki where it will clarify your doubts https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/wiki
One more thing, this time the news isn't so good
Since my laptop keyboard broke (for whatever reason, neovim doesn't work well without a keyboard /s), I don't have the money to repair it right now, and I have to study for my firefighter exams, there will be fewer updates to the script in the coming months
I encourage you to try it out and let me know what you think. If you find any errors, you can report them in the repository
https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/issues
Have a nice day!
Hello again, new version = new features
This version is designed to improve the mouse experience for those who don't like the overlay taking up the entire screen. The Compact mode, similar to KZones or MouseTiler, allows you to move your windows around the tiles in KWin tile manager (Meta + T shortcut) with a small window and now the UI adapts to your KDE theme.
Features
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New compact mode for the UI
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Fluid tile adapts to the KDE theme
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New extra empty desktop appears when the last desktop contains windows, allowing you to always have a free desktop, similar to the behavior in GNOME
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New popup appears when executing the “Change tile layout” shortcut
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Improvements for Plasma 6.6
https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/releases/tag/v6.0
https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/wiki/Installation
https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/wiki/User-interface
Demos
Just a quick note to say that these small projects depend on you, the users. My laptop keyboard is currently broken, so I have to program the script using a Bluetooth keyboard from Aliexpress. I need a little help from you so I can continue developing the script
So far, there has only been one donation in five months of development to help repair the laptop, but it's still not enough
If you like the project and want to continue seeing updates, or if you think it has a future, you can help me through these links
Hello again, new version = new features
This version is designed to improve the mouse experience for those who don't like the overlay taking up the entire screen. The
Compactmode, similar to KZones or MouseTiler, allows you to move your windows around the tiles in KWin tile manager (Meta + T shortcut) with a small window and now the UI adapts to your KDE theme.Features
New compact mode for the UI
Fluid tile adapts to the KDE theme
New extra empty desktop appears when the last desktop contains windows, allowing you to always have a free desktop, similar to the behavior in GNOME
New popup appears when executing the “Change tile layout” shortcut
Improvements for Plasma 6.6
https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/releases/tag/v6.0
https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/wiki/Installation
https://codeberg.org/Serroda/fluid-tile/wiki/User-interface
Demos
Just a quick note to say that these small projects depend on you, the users. My laptop keyboard is currently broken, so I have to program the script using a Bluetooth keyboard from Aliexpress. I need a little help from you so I can continue developing the script
So far, there has only been one donation in five months of development to help repair the laptop, but it's still not enough
If you like the project and want to continue seeing updates, or if you think it has a future, you can help me through these links