KDE Connect

KDE Connect is an application that establishes communication between devices. It allows receiving phone notifications on the computer and replying to messages. It facilitates controlling desktop music playback from the mobile phone. It executes predefined commands on the PC from connected devices. It shows the phone's battery level. It includes a function to make the phone ring. It transfers files and links between devices. It allows browsing the phone's files from the desktop. It controls the system volume from the mobile phone. It sends SMS messages from the computer.

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• Synchronized notifications. Notifications from the mobile phone appear on the computer desktop. The system displays alerts for messages, calls, and applications. It allows reading content without handling the mobile device. Reply to messages directly from the computer.
• Message replies. Write replies to messaging conversations using the computer keyboard. Works with instant messaging applications and SMS. Keeps the conversation synchronized between devices.
• Multimedia playback control. Manage audio playback on the computer from the phone. Includes pause, play, and track change controls. Adjusts the operating system's volume level.
• Remote command execution. Activate preconfigured commands on the computer from the mobile phone. Shut down or restart the system. Lock the user session. Launch specific applications.
• Battery monitor. Displays the phone's battery charge percentage on the desktop. Indicates the charging status when connected to power. Configurable alerts for low levels.
• Phone finder. Triggers an audible signal on the mobile device from the computer. Helps find the phone in nearby spaces. Works even with silent mode activated.
• File transfer. Send documents between devices connected to the same network. Transfer images, videos, and files of any type. Drag and drop files from the desktop file manager.
• Link sharing. Send URLs from the phone's browser to the computer. Open web pages directly in the desktop browser. Compatible with most web browsers.
• Remote file browsing. Access the phone's file system from the computer. View folders and documents. Copy files in both directions.
• SMS sending. Compose and send text messages from the computer interface. Access conversation history. Manage contacts and phone numbers.
• Presentation control. Use the phone as a remote control for presentations. Switch slides in applications like LibreOffice Impress. Includes trackpad mode for cursor control.
• Clipboard synchronization. Copy text on one device and paste it on another. Keeps the clipboard content synchronized. Works with plain text and basic formats.

The development of KDE Connect began in 2013. The initial creators were Albert Vaca and Alejandro Fiestas. The project is part of the KDE ecosystem. The application is written primarily in C++ and Qt. The Android components use Java. The interfaces for other systems use native languages. Development continues with contributions from the community.

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