Hey everyone,
I’ve been using GTK for a while now, and I just heard something that’s got me worried. Someone mentioned that the X11 backend for GTK is being deprecated. Is this true?
If it is, what does this mean for my existing projects? Will I need to switch to a different backend? And if so, which one should I be looking at?
I’m not super technical, so if anyone could explain this in simple terms, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance for any help or insights you can provide!
nah, x11 backend isn’t going anywhere yet. gtk’s just focusing more on wayland cuz it’s the new hotness. ur existing stuff should work fine for now. but if ur starting something new, might wanna look into wayland support. it’s got some cool features and stuff. don’t stress too much tho!
hey there! i’m curious, have u tried using wayland yet? it’s pretty cool! x11 isn’t going away right now, but gtk’s def putting more love into wayland. what kinda projects are u working on? maybe we could brainstorm if switching makes sense for u? lemme know ur thoughts!
While GTK isn’t completely phasing out X11, they’re definitely putting more focus on Wayland. It’s not an immediate concern for existing projects, but it’s worth keeping in mind for future development.
The shift towards Wayland is largely due to its improved performance and security features. However, X11 still has widespread use and support, so your current projects should be fine for the foreseeable future.
If you’re starting a new project or planning major updates, it might be worth considering Wayland compatibility. This doesn’t mean you have to abandon X11 entirely, but rather ensure your application can work well in both environments.
For now, I’d suggest keeping an eye on GTK’s development updates and gradually familiarizing yourself with Wayland. This way, you’ll be prepared for any significant changes down the line without needing to rush into major rewrites.