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LeopardWM is an open-source tiling window manager developed by jcardama for Windows 10 and Windows 11, designed to organize application windows automatically rather than requiring manual resizing and positioning. The software distinguishes itself through a scroll-first approach to window management, drawing inspiration from projects such as niri and PaperWM. Instead of constantly rebuilding split trees as new windows open, LeopardWM places windows on a horizontal strip, while the monitor functions as a viewport that scrolls over them. This design keeps navigation spatially consistent as windows are added, allowing users to move through their workspace by scrolling rather than rearranging layouts. Such an approach suits users who prefer keyboard-driven, orderly workflows and want predictable window placement on the Windows desktop, a platform where tiling window managers are less common than on Linux. The software is written in Rust and built on top of the Win32 API, combining the memory safety and performance characteristics of the Rust language with direct integration into the native Windows windowing system. LeopardWM falls into the window management and desktop customization category, and its open-source nature allows users and developers to inspect, modify, and contribute to the codebase. The current version is 0.2.8, and the project has seen nine versions released so far, reflecting active ongoing development and iteration on its feature set and stability. Because it remains in an early version number range, the software can be considered an evolving project that continues to receive updates. Overall, LeopardWM targets Windows users seeking a modern, scroll-based tiling experience similar to that offered by niche Linux window managers, delivered as a native application through the Win32 API and maintained openly by its publisher, jcardama.
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