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xlock 命令

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常用示例

Lock screen immediately

xlock

Lock with specific mode

xlock -mode [blank]

Lock with message

xlock -message "[Away from desk]"

Lock without password (demo mode)

xlock -nolock

Lock with specific timeout

xlock -timeout [30]

List available modes

xlock -help

说明

xlock locks the X display until the user enters their password. While locked, the screen displays a configurable animation or pattern, and new X server connections are refused. Multiple display modes provide visual effects during lock. The blank mode simply blacks out the screen, while others show animations like life simulation, mazes, or geometric patterns. The tool blanks the screen, hides the mouse cursor, and requires the user's system password to unlock. All keyboard and mouse input is captured until authentication succeeds.

参数

-mode _name_
Display mode (blank, life, maze, etc.).
-message _text_
Message to display on lock screen.
-nolock
Demo mode; no password required.
-timeout _seconds_
Password timeout in seconds.
-echokeys
Echo characters when typing password.
-usefirst
Use first character of password prompt.
-allowaccess
Allow X clients while locked.
-remote
Allow remote locking.

FAQ

What is the xlock command used for?

xlock locks the X display until the user enters their password. While locked, the screen displays a configurable animation or pattern, and new X server connections are refused. Multiple display modes provide visual effects during lock. The blank mode simply blacks out the screen, while others show animations like life simulation, mazes, or geometric patterns. The tool blanks the screen, hides the mouse cursor, and requires the user's system password to unlock. All keyboard and mouse input is captured until authentication succeeds.

How do I run a basic xlock example?

Run `xlock` in a terminal, then adjust file names, paths, flags, or remote targets for your system.

What does -mode _name_ do in xlock?

Display mode (blank, life, maze, etc.).