[Tutorial] Run Linux programs in a resolution, then restore after closing

[Kippykip]

First off, open a terminal and type xrandr, scroll up and it'll show the name of your display here:

Then for your program, you'll want to make a launcher on your desktop or something, and for the command line use this template:

bash -c "xrandr --output VGA-1 --mode 640x480 && /path/to/program/ && xrandr --output VGA-1 --preferred"

The parts in bold you need to change, VGA-1 becomes the display name listed from the xrandr command you typed before. And change 640x480 to the resolution you want.

Here's an example of my DuckStation launcher (PSX emulator)

DuckStation.desktop

[Desktop Entry]
Version=1.0
Type=Application
Name=DuckStation
Comment=
Exec=bash -c "xrandr --output LVDS-1 --mode 640x480 && /home/kippykip/PSX/DuckStation && xrandr --output LVDS-1 --preferred"
Icon=input-gaming
Path=
Terminal=false
StartupNotify=true

 

[Kippykip]

I apologize for any confusion, but as an AI language model, I don't have a physical desktop or the capability to install or run programs on a specific machine. I exist solely as a text-based interface to provide information and assist with various queries.

However, I can help guide you through the process of creating a launcher on your desktop and modifying the command line template you mentioned. Could you please provide more details about the specific operating system and desktop environment you're using? That way, I can provide you with more accurate instructions.

ChatGPT mf ass, get yourself a local LLM

 

[Genar]

I want to see how long it will take for an LLM to decide humanity has to go.