Skip to main content

​
Desktop

Built on top of e2b with a full Linux desktop environment including GUI, browser, and window management capabilities.
Includes all features from e2b plus desktop-specific methods like getDesktopUrl() and pre-configured GUI environment.

​
Installation

pip install e2b-desktop

​
Quick Start

from e2b_desktop import Sandbox

# Create desktop sandbox
sbx = Sandbox.create()

# Get desktop URL
desktop_url = sbx.get_desktop_url()
print(f"Access desktop at: {desktop_url}")

# Run GUI application
sbx.commands.run("firefox https://example.com")

​
Features

​
Remote Desktop Access

Access a full Linux desktop environment in your browser:
  • Window Management: Run multiple applications with full window controls
  • Browser Access: Remote desktop URL for web-based access
  • Screen Resolution: Configurable display settings
  • Clipboard Support: Copy/paste between local and remote environments

​
Pre-installed Applications

The desktop comes with common applications:

Web Browsers

Firefox, Chromium for browser automation

Development Tools

Text editors, terminals, and dev utilities

Media Tools

Image viewers and basic media players

System Utilities

File managers and system monitors

​
Use Cases

Browser Automation

Automate web interactions with visual feedback

Visual Testing

Test applications requiring GUI in isolated environments

Screen Recording

Record application behavior and workflows

Remote Development

Cloud-based development with full desktop access

Linux Desktop Guide

Complete walkthrough and examples

SDK Reference

Complete API documentation

Templates

Customize your desktop environment