framework-tool

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Install latest/edge of framework-tool

Ubuntu 16.04 or later?

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Install using the command line

sudo snap install framework-tool --edge --classic

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framework-tool is only available on the unstable edge channel. It could break and change often.

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Last updated

  • 7 April 2026 - latest/edge

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CLI tool to inspect and control Framework Computer systems

framework_tool is a CLI utility to interact with Framework Computer laptop and desktop firmware and hardware. Features include: .

  • Firmware inspection and updates (BIOS, EC, PD controllers, retimers)
  • System status monitoring (power, thermal, sensors, USB-C ports)
  • Hardware configuration (keyboard backlight, battery charge limits, fan control)
  • Expansion card management (HDMI/DP/audio cards)
  • Framework 16 specific features (input deck, expansion bay)
  • NVIDIA GPU support

. Note: Most features require root privileges (sudo framework-tool ...).


Install framework-tool on your Linux distribution

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