running X programs with cron
 

any idea how i get a X program to run with cron?
when trying to put in the crontab, It shows up on the log, but
nothing else.
Thanks in Advance,
NGraphiX

Try this:

http://www.linux.net.nz/lists/NZLUG/2000/10/0036.html

Basically, it's this (from the link):

try `DISPLAY=:0.0 /usr/X11R6/bin/realplay &`


John

thanks,
just a small note. you may need to add a newline thus:
DISPLAY=:0
HOME=...

xmms -p

Okay, good to know :)

So what X program are you running through cron, and why?


John

dumb idea really..
trying to get myself out of bed for physics class
basicaly
1. lock the screen
2. run the crontab xmms -p at 7:20
3. assume that I'll be awake after I have to enter my password
to turn off the loud music.
cheers!

Ha! I love it! That's too cool :)

So what movie was it that the kid had to get out of bed each morning before his robot/whatever attacked him? Damm near got his girlfriend (not that a true geek would have one of those...)

As for me, I just got done modding my Xbox (x-ecuter lite chip). What a pain in the ass. And I mod stuff for a living (Controls Engineer).


John