libxfixes ☆

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Description:
X.Org: Header files for the XFIXES extension

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: System utilities

Tags: x11 xorg development libraries graphics system-utilities

Install: brew install libxfixes

About:
Libxfixes provides the header files and development libraries necessary for compiling software that utilizes the XFIXES extension protocol. This extension enhances the X Window System by enabling features like cursor shape changes and composite window management. It is essential for developers building applications that require advanced graphical interactions on X11 systems.

Key Features:

Header files for XFIXES protocol development
Library interface for X11 client applications
Supports cursor shape extensions and composite window management
Standard component of the X.Org foundation

Use Cases:

Compiling X11 applications that require custom cursor handling
Developing window managers or compositors using XFIXES
Linking against X11 extensions for enhanced GUI functionality

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 10, 2025 10:03pm		0	VERSION_BUMP	acc568fd
Oct 27, 2024 12:49pm		0	VERSION_BUMP	6bf3bd1c