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xrectsel

print the geometry of a rectangular screen region

  • cli-tool
  • CLI
  • DESKTOP
  • Launchable
  • Runs in terminal
official+codex · reviewed · May 30, 2026 description in en

Description

A rectangular screen region can be selected and printed as geometry text. This is useful for scripts, screenshots, screen recording, window placement, and tools that need exact coordinates.

Region selection can reveal screen dimensions or workflow details in logs. Be careful when sharing command output from sensitive desktops.

How to run

xrectsel

Commands: xrectsel

Permissions

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