dillo

lightweight minimalist web browser

TLDR

Launch Dillo browser

$ dillo

Open a URL

$ dillo [https://example.com]

Open local HTML file

$ dillo [file.html]

Open in fullwindow mode (hide address bar, menu, and buttons)

$ dillo -f [url]

Open with specific window geometry

$ dillo -g [800x600] [url]

Open in local mode (don't load remote images or follow redirections)

$ dillo -l [path/to/file.html]

Dillo is a fast, small, and resource-efficient web browser written in C using the FLTK toolkit. It prioritizes speed and privacy over feature completeness, making it suitable for older hardware or minimalist setups.The browser supports HTML 4.01 and CSS 2.1 with limitations, focusing on core browsing functionality. It doesn't include JavaScript support, which improves performance and reduces security surface but limits compatibility with modern websites.Dillo features tabbed browsing, bookmarks, and form handling. Its minimal resource usage makes it valuable for embedded systems, older computers, or users who prefer lightweight applications.

PARAMETERS

URL

Web address to open.

FILE

Local HTML file to open.

-f, --fullwindow

Start in fullwindow mode, hiding the address bar, navigation buttons, menu, and status bar.

-g WxH[+X+Y]

Window geometry (width x height and optional position).

-l, --local

Don't load remote images or stylesheets, or follow redirections.

-v, --version

Display version information.

-h, --help

Display help information.

CONFIGURATION

~/.dillo/dillorc

Main configuration file for browser preferences, fonts, and behavior.

~/.dillo/keysrc

Keyboard shortcut mappings.

~/.dillo/domainrc

Domain-specific rules and settings.

INSTALL

sudo apt install dillo

sudo dnf install dillo

sudo pacman -S dillo

sudo apk add dillo

brew install dillo

nix profile install nixpkgs#dillo

CAVEATS

No JavaScript support limits modern website compatibility. CSS support is incomplete. No plugin system. HTTPS support may require additional libraries. Limited media playback capabilities.

HISTORY

Dillo was started by Jorge Arellano Cid in 1999. Development focused on creating a minimalist browser that could run on low-resource systems. After periods of dormancy, the project continues with community maintenance.