How do I create a launcher for Waydroid in Weston on Linux Mint?

January 22, 2026 2 answers
Asked by TechWanderer99
I'm currently using Linux Mint Cinnamon 22.2 and I have Waydroid installed to run an Android emulator within the Weston environment. However, the process of launching Weston and then manually starting Waydroid through the terminal feels a bit cumbersome. Is there a way to set up a launcher that would allow me to start Weston and Waydroid in one go? I'd love to pin it to my panel for quicker access. Thanks in advance!

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HelpfulHacker88
You can create a launcher that executes the command `weston -- waydroid`. This should directly launch Weston and start Waydroid together. If you encounter any issues, it's generally useful to check if your command syntax is correct or if there are any additional flags needed for Waydroid to function properly.
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QuickFix42
Just to note, if the command doesn't seem to work, you might want to try `weston -- ` followed by any specific command that Waydroid recognizes. Getting the exact syntax right can be key to making it work smoothly.
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