Desktop Shortcut Manager

Welcome to the realm of the Desktop Shortcut Manager! This powerful command-line tool, crafted with Python sorcery, empowers you to masterfully control the mystical .desktop files dwelling within the sacred domain of /usr/share/applications/. With its enchanting capabilities, you can effortlessly list, edit, create, remove, and restore backups of these files, bestowing upon you the ability to sculpt your desktop shortcuts with unrivaled finesse.

Prerequisites

But before you embark on this magical journey, ensure that you possess the necessary administrative privileges to access and manipulate the files in the illustrious realm of /usr/share/applications/. To unlock the full potential of the script, wield the mighty command of sudo, granting you the authority to commandeer the forces of change.

Usage

1. Download the Script: Begin your journey by acquiring the mighty Python script, shortcut-manager.py, bestowed upon the digital realm either through a divine download or by cloning the sacred repository to your machine.

2. Summon the Commanding Terminal: Invoke the powers of the terminal, opening a gateway to the mystical lands of code. Traverse through the directories until you reach the sacred dwelling where the legendary shortcut-manager.py script rests.

3. Ignite the Script's Magic: Utter the incantation, executing the revered command that breathes life into the Desktop Shortcut Manager, awakening its powers and unveiling its mystical menu.

   sudo python shortcut-manager.py

4. Menu Options: Embark on a grand adventure as the script unfurls its majestic menu, offering you an array of enchanting options to wield your power over desktop shortcuts:

   • 1. List all shortcuts: Gaze upon the mystical realm of .desktop files residing within the hallowed /usr/share/applications/ directory. Unleash the power of keywords to unveil specific files that match your desires.

   • 2. Edit shortcut: Peer into the realm of .desktop files and select a chosen one to modify at your will. Harness the might of keywords to swiftly locate your target within the vast expanse.

   • 3. Create a new shortcut: Awaken the dormant energies of creation as you forge a brand-new .desktop file. Utter the desired name, and behold as the script breathes life into your creation.

   • 4. Remove shortcut: Survey the realm of .desktop files and select a hapless victim to banish from existence. Wield the power of keywords to swiftly pinpoint your target and erase it from the digital tapestry.

   • 5. Restore a backup: Traverse the ethereal realm of backups, where forgotten files slumber. Select a file from the realm, blessed with the ability to reverse time and restore its essence. Witness the birth of a new backup when a modified shortcut beckons.

   • 6. Exit Bid adieu to the script, temporarily parting ways with its magical offerings, until the time comes to reunite and continue your mythical journey.

5. Follow the Instructions: Embark on an epic quest, guided by the script's ethereal instructions.

6. Review the Results: Witness the aftermath of your actions unfold before your eyes. Behold the script's proclamation of triumph or the revelation of any errors that may have plagued your path.

Notes

• Backup & Restore: Safeguard your shortcuts! Backups are created before editing, ensuring a retreat from irreversible changes. Restore backups from the menu, vanishing upon restoration.

• File Permission Issues: Embrace power! Employ sudo to conquer file permission woes and unleash administrative privileges upon the script.

• Simple ReadMe version It can be found at simplified_README.md