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Tauri IPC Architecture

When Monolex needs to show terminal content on screen, the backend engine must send data to the display. This document explains how that communication works and why it’s efficient.

How Backend Talks to Display

Communication Cost Breakdown

When to Send Updates

Before sending each update, the system asks 5 questions:

Confirmation Handshake

Compact vs Text Format

Speed Comparison: 60Hz vs 30Hz

Complete Update Timing

Automatic Adaptation Under Load

Why This Design Works

Summary

Connection Cost Matters Most

96% of communication cost is connection overhead. Fewer messages = less overhead.

Confirmation Prevents Overload

Display confirms each update before receiving the next. Natural flow control.

48% Less Overhead

When system is busy, updates automatically batch together for efficiency.

Self-Adapting

No manual tuning needed. System optimizes itself based on actual performance.