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Asked: 2026-05-15T06:03:25+00:00

How can I log out of my computer using shell such the log-in window

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How can I log out of my computer using shell such the log-in window appears again?

I need this functionality in one my Linux script.

Update:
I want to replicate the code working behind the Logout button of my Ubuntu.

Desktop Enviroment being used: GNOME

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  1. Editorial Team

    I think this does the job:

    gnome-session-save --logout

    Also, take a look at the –help output, maybe you want to use the –force-logout option.

    Usage:
  gnome-session-save [OPTION...]

Help Options:
  -h, --help               Show help options
  --help-all               Show all help options
  --help-gtk               Show GTK+ Options

Application Options:
  --logout                 Log out
  --force-logout           Log out, ignoring any existing inhibitors
  --logout-dialog          Show logout dialog
  --shutdown-dialog        Show shutdown dialog
  --gui                    Use dialog boxes for errors
  --display=DISPLAY        X display to use
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