GWSL

GWSL

Rating
4.2
Reviews
89
Simple, Beautiful, and Intuitive dashboard
Easily Run Linux Apps Alongside Windows Apps
Simple shortcut creator to create shortcuts with customized settings.
Create Start Menu Shortcuts for Linux Apps on WSL (Both on Windows 10 and 11!)
Integrated app launcher to easily launch graphical Linux applications installed on WSL machines. You can also use it to quickly create shortcuts.
Customize various distribution settings
Quick access menu in the notification area to quickly access the dashboard and change default GWSL settings.
Connect Graphically to Remote Linux Machines

App details

Release date

2020-08-13

Last update

2023-10-08

Product ID

9NL6KD1H33V3

Categories

Developer tools

About GWSL

GWSL is an XServer that lets you easily run graphical Linux apps on Windows . . . AND it lets you run graphical applications located on remote Linux machines on Windows . . . AND it lets you manage these apps graphically, create Windows shortcuts for them, customize these shortcuts, and even manage/configure WSL distros! All at the click of a button! No memorization of commands necessary! Easy!!!

GWSL automates the process of running X on top of WSL and over SSH.

Basically, it does a lot of stuff so you don’t have to! 😊

F.A.Q.

Does this provide Linux by itself? No, WSL must be enabled and installed. Distros must be installed through WSL.

Please remember that I have spent many, many hours making this software. If something goes wrong, please contact me using the information below. Otherwise, I cannot help and the program will not get better. Please also consider making a small donation as alternatives are often pricey.

Paul

Key features

  • Simple XServer with minimal setup required.
  • Shortcut Creator to automatically add WSL Linux apps to the Start Menu.
  • Dashboard that integrates with Windows to control WSL distros and other functionality.
  • Integrated app launcher in the dashboard to quickly access graphical apps installed on WSL.
  • Integrated putty software to run graphical apps located on remote Linux machines.
  • Quick access menu in the notification area to manage default settings and window modes.
  • Based on the rock solid VCXSRV.
  • No need to type "export DISPLAY=***.***.***.***:0" again!
  • Customize shortcuts to run with their own settings. Ex. Per-app clipboard access.
  • Built In Sound Support
  • HIDPI and LOWDPI Support