Linux · Utilities
Dippi
Calculate display info like DPI
by Cassidy James Blaede
Official site: flathub.org
About Dippi
Analyze any display. Input a few simple details and figure out the aspect ratio, DPI, and other details of a particular display. Great for deciding which laptop or external monitor to purchase, and if it would be considered HiDPI.
Lots of handy features:
Find out if a display is a good choice based on its size and resolution
Get advice about different densities
Learn the logical resolution
Differentiate between laptops and desktop displays
Stupid simple: all in a cute li'l window
Based my expertise and experience shipping HiDPI hardware and software at System76 and elementary.
Tells you if a display’s density is:
Very Low DPI,
Fairly Low DPI,
Ideal for LoDPI,
Potentially Problematic,
Ideal for HiDPI,
Fairly High for HiDPI, or
Too High DPI
Special thanks to Micah Ilbery for the shiny icons.
How to install Dippi
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub com.cassidyjames.dippi
- Open Dippi once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dippi free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Dippi is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Dippi from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub com.cassidyjames.dippi. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Dippi safe?
Dippi downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
