at-spi2-core
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Description:
Protocol definitions and daemon for D-Bus at-spi
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2.58.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: System utilities
Tags: accessibility a11y dbus gnome protocol
Install: brew install at-spi2-core
About:
at-spi2-core provides the foundational protocol definitions and a D-Bus daemon that enables assistive technologies to interact with desktop applications. It serves as the backbone of the GNOME Accessibility framework, allowing screen readers and other tools to query and control UI elements. This package is essential for making graphical applications accessible to users with disabilities.
Key Features:
  • D-Bus daemon for managing accessibility events
  • Protocol definitions for assistive technology communication
  • Core component of the GNOME Accessibility stack
  • Enables screen readers and input assistance tools
Use Cases:
  • Enabling screen readers like Orca for visually impaired users
  • Allowing automation tools to interact with desktop applications
License: LGPL-2.1-or-later
Dependencies: dbus, glib, libx11, libxi, libxtst
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, sonoma, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
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Oct 12, 2025 2:24am 0 VERSION_BUMP ae7b0ec0
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