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SpectrumOS – Arch-based Linux distribution with Hyprland

posted by Rianne Schestowitz on Oct 17, 2026

SpectrumOS

Quoting: SpectrumOS – Arch-based Linux distribution with Hyprland - LinuxLinks —

SpectrumOS is an Arch Linux-based distribution offering a customised Hyprland desktop. Designed for everyday computing, development and gaming, it combines a keyboard-driven Wayland environment with integrated desktop utilities and a colourful visual design.

One of its distinguishing features is dynamic theming. Changing the wallpaper automatically updates the colour scheme across the desktop, including the shell, widgets, terminals and supported applications.

The distribution also provides convenient access to system controls, multimedia features, productivity tools and gaming utilities. Its integrated widgets are designed to reduce the need to navigate multiple configuration applications.

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