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bspwm: Start `bspwm` (note that a pre-existing window manager must not be open when this command is run).
$ bspwm -c ${path-to-config}
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This command is used to start the bspwm window manager with a specific configuration file.

  • "bspwm" refers to the window manager that is being executed.
  • "-c" is an option flag that specifies the configuration file to be used.
  • "${path-to-config}" is a placeholder that needs to be replaced with the actual path to the configuration file.

The configuration file contains settings and rules that dictate the behavior and appearance of the bspwm window manager. By specifying the path to the config file with this command, you can customize and personalize the behavior of bspwm according to your preferences.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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