Devlog 2 – Added Rofi Application Launcher

Today I worked on improving the usability of my Termux Desktop project by integrating Rofi as the main application launcher.

Before this change, launching applications was less convenient and required navigating through menus or using terminal commands. To solve this, I added a custom Rofi setup that allows applications to be launched quickly from a clean search interface. I also created a keyboard shortcut so that pressing Super + Space instantly opens Rofi, making the desktop experience feel much more natural and efficient.

While implementing Rofi, I spent time customizing its appearance and layout so that it better matches the overall desktop environment. The launcher now looks cleaner and is easier to use compared to the default configuration.

One challenge during this session was finding the right balance between functionality and appearance. I experimented with different configurations before settling on a design that feels responsive and visually appealing.

I am currently working on the next phase of the project. My goal is to implement noVNC and XRDP support. With noVNC, users will be able to access the Termux desktop through a web browser on any device connected to the same network. This means the desktop will not be limited to Termux:X11 and can be accessed from PCs, tablets, or other screens using only a browser.

I also plan to add XRDP support, which will allow Windows users to connect directly to the Termux desktop using Remote Desktop. This should provide a smoother and more native experience while making the setup significantly more portable.

In the future, I will also publish my desktop configuration files (dotfiles) on GitHub so that others can easily recreate the same setup.

Overall, today’s work focused on improving accessibility and user experience, bringing the project one step closer to feeling like a complete desktop operating system rather than a Linux environment running on a phone.

Rofi screenshots are attached below.