Greenclip review
A focused open-source clipboard history tool for Linux and rofi workflows.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Greenclip is an open-source clipboard manager for Linux desktops that keeps a local history of clipboard selections. It runs as a daemon and exposes commands for printing, selecting, and clearing stored entries. The product is aimed at Linux users who prefer keyboard-driven workflows, particularly those using rofi as their main interface. It also supports permanent static selections, primary-selection input, application blacklisting, small-image copying, and configurable history length.
Its strongest fit is the surrounding command-line and launcher ecosystem. Rofi is the primary interface, while dmenu and fzf are documented alternatives, giving users several ways to access stored clipboard entries. The feature set stays focused on local clipboard history rather than presenting a broad workspace or collaboration layer. That narrow scope can suit users who want clipboard retrieval integrated into an existing Linux workflow without moving away from lightweight tools.
Greenclip is distributed as a static binary and can also be built from source, with the local-daemon model keeping the workflow centered on the Linux desktop. Its open-source distribution and focused feature set make it a practical choice for users who want clipboard history, static entries, filtering by application, and launcher-based access. Users seeking a cross-platform clipboard manager, a broader interface ecosystem, or more extensive media handling should choose an alternative instead. Greenclip is best for technically inclined Linux users who already work with rofi, dmenu, or fzf and value configurable local history over wider feature breadth.
Greenclip pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Stores clipboard history with configurable length and permanent selections
- Supports rofi, dmenu, fzf, and primary-selection input
- Includes application blacklisting and small-image copying
- Where it doesn't
- Designed for Linux desktops rather than cross-platform use
- Rofi is the primary interface, with dmenu and fzf as alternatives
- Image support is limited to small-image copying
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