tmux - Terminal multiplexer

Dec 27, 2022 · 1 min read · terminal multiplexer CLI  ·
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tmux is a terminal multiplexer, which means that it allows you to run multiple terminal sessions within a single terminal window.

This can be useful for a variety of reasons, such as keeping related terminal sessions organized or allowing you to easily switch between different sessions. Some of the main features of tmux include:

  • The ability to split a single terminal window into multiple panes, each of which can run a separate terminal session
  • The ability to create and manage multiple sessions within a single window
  • The ability to easily switch between different sessions and panes
  • The ability to detach and reattach to sessions, allowing you to disconnect from a tmux session and reconnect to it later
  • Support for hotkeys, allowing you to quickly perform common actions within tmux without using the mouse
  • The ability to customize the appearance and behavior of tmux through the use of configuration files.

Another interesting feature is the possibility to attach different terminals to the same session, so that all the attached user can see and interact with the same environment.

References

  • Author: Nicholas Marriott
  • License: In general, from headers of the C files: THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED AS IS
  • Programming language: C
  • Source code: https://github.com/tmux/tmux