Polychromatic is a free, open-source RGB lighting management application for GNU/Linux that provides graphical controls for compatible Razer peripherals. Powered by OpenRazer, it supports keyboards, mice, keypads, and other supported devices. Users can configure lighting colors, brightness, and built-in hardware effects without relying on proprietary Windows software. Its effects editor allows custom static and animated lighting designs using pixel and frame-based controls. Hardware settings include mouse DPI, polling intervals, and other device-specific options. A system tray applet provides convenient access to lighting configurations and device settings. Diagnostic tools help identify connection problems and unsupported features. Polychromatic also displays firmware versions, serial numbers, and individually addressable LED information.
Features
- RGB lighting customization for compatible Razer keyboards, mice, and keypads
- Custom static and animated lighting effects with pixel and frame-based editing
- Hardware configuration for brightness, mouse DPI, and polling intervals
- Device information inspection with firmware versions and serial number details
- System tray controls for switching lighting effects and device configurations
- Built-in troubleshooting tools with OpenRazer integration and Linux distribution support