Where Is the Cava Config File?
Cava console visualizer config file with creation and reload behavior.
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Cava keeps one config file under XDG. First launch creates it, so scripting should tolerate a missing file on fresh setups. A path flag overrides the location.
Signals reload without restart. That makes live tuning painless across bar and terminal use. Keep the override flag in mind when edits seem ignored.
Where Cava stores this, by platform
~/.config/cava/config
Single config created on first launch under XDG. Override with the path flag. Reload settings and colors via signals without restarting.
Frequently asked questions
How do I back up Cava?
Copy the config file with cava stopped. It is created on first launch, so fresh installs may lack one until then. Restoring means putting the file back before starting.
How do I reload config live?
Send SIGUSR1 to reload settings and SIGUSR2 for colors. Editing live then signaling beats restarting. The path flag points at any file for theme testing.
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