libxcomposite ☆
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Description:
X.Org: Client library for the Composite extension
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: System utilities
Tags: x11 xorg graphics compositing window-manager library
Install: brew install libxcomposite
About:
Libxcomposite is the client-side library implementation for the X Composite extension, part of the X.Org project. It enables compositing window managers to redirect window drawing to off-screen storage, allowing for advanced visual effects like transparency and drop shadows. This library provides the necessary API for applications to interact with the composite extension on X11 systems.
Key Features:
  • Client library for X Composite extension
  • Enables window redirection for compositing
  • Supports off-screen storage of window contents
  • Essential for modern X11 desktop environments
Use Cases:
  • Developing compositing window managers for X11
  • Enabling visual effects in X11 applications
  • Integrating with desktop environments like GNOME or KDE
Alternatives:
  • Wayland – Modern display protocol with built-in compositing, replacing X11 architecture
Version History
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Oct 27, 2024 12:49pm 0 VERSION_BUMP a19d9a18
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