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libxext for Mac

X.Org: Library for common extensions to the X11 protocol

Quick answer: libxext is a command-line tool for macOS. Install it with brew install libxext. It is distributed under the MIT licence. It has 129 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What libxext is

libxext is a command-line tool for macOS: X.Org: Library for common extensions to the X11 protocol.

It is distributed as a Homebrew formula, which builds or pours a binary and puts it on your PATH. It is distributed under the MIT licence.

How to install libxext

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install libxext.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install libxext on Mac?

Run brew install libxext in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is libxext open source?

Yes — Homebrew distributes it under the MIT licence.

Does libxext run on Apple silicon?

Homebrew publishes this formula for macOS. If upstream does not ship an Apple silicon build, Rosetta 2 handles the Intel binary.

How popular is libxext?

It was installed 129 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #3061 in this catalogue.

What version of libxext is current?

The latest packaged version is 1.3.7.