: Users can now map a compositor shortcut to lxqt-qdbus openmenu to trigger the main menu in Wayland.
: Improved visibility and consistency of desktop items across multi-monitor setups. lxqt wayland
: Wayland screen locking is now integrated, utilizing the compositor's built-in locking or tools like swaylock and hyprlock for wlroots-based sessions. Known Limitations & Challenges : Users can now map a compositor shortcut
: LXQt supports multiple Wayland compositors, with KWin_wayland being the most feature-complete. Other supported options include Labwc , Wayfire , and Niri . Known Limitations & Challenges : LXQt supports multiple
: A dedicated session is now available in most distributions, accessible via display managers like SDDM or through the startlxqtwayland script from a TTY.
LXQt has officially transitioned to modern display technology with the release of on April 20, 2026, marking its status as a fully Wayland-ready lightweight desktop environment. This shift allows users to maintain the low resource footprint LXQt is known for while benefiting from the security and performance of Wayland. Core Wayland Integration
: X11 and Wayland session configurations are now separated, allowing for distinct setups based on the environment.