How to Install HyprDots on Vanilla Arch
Published on June 2, 2025
If you want to customize your Arch Linux with the stylish HyprDots dotfiles, this step-by-step guide will walk you through the installation process on a clean vanilla Arch Linux setup.
Step 1: Update Your System
Make sure your system is up to date:
sudo pacman -Syu
Step 2: Install Git
You will need Git to clone the dotfiles repository:
sudo pacman -S git
Step 3: Clone HyprDots Repository
Clone the official HyprDots repo to your home directory:
git clone https://github.com/HyprlandCommunity/HyprDots.git ~/.config/hypr
Step 4: Backup Old Configurations
If you have existing Hyprland config files, back them up first:
mv ~/.config/hypr ~/.config/hypr_backup_$(date +%F)
Step 5: Apply the New Dotfiles
After cloning, copy or link the config files properly.
cp -r ~/.config/hypr/HyprDots/* ~/.config/hypr/
Step 6: Restart Hyprland
Restart your Hyprland session to see the changes.
hyprctl dispatch restart
Notes
- If you encounter any errors, make sure the paths are correct.
- You might need to install additional dependencies as listed in the HyprDots README.
- Customize the configuration files according to your preferences.