how to use tmux

Tmux is a powerful terminal multiplexer that allows you to manage multiple terminal sessions within a single window. In this guide, we will cover the basic usage of Tmux.

Installation

To install Tmux, you can use package managers like apt, yum, or brew. For example, on Ubuntu, you can run:

sudo apt-get install tmux

Starting a New Tmux Session

To start a new Tmux session, open your terminal and type:

tmux new-session -s <session-name>

Replace <session-name> with the desired name for your session.

Basic Tmux Commands

Here are some basic Tmux commands you can use:

Ctrl-b d: Detach from the current session
Ctrl-b %: Split the current pane vertically
Ctrl-b “: Split the current pane horizontally
Ctrl-b arrow: Switch to the pane in the specified direction
Ctrl-b z: Zoom in/out of the current pane
Ctrl-b c: Create a new window
Ctrl-b n: Switch to the next window
Ctrl-b p: Switch to the previous window
Ctrl-b l: Switch to the last window
Ctrl-b &: Kill the current window or pane

Attaching and Detaching Sessions

To attach to an existing Tmux session, run:

tmux attach-session -t <session-name>

Replace <session-name> with the name of the session you want to attach to.

To detach from a Tmux session, press Ctrl-b d.

Conclusion

With Tmux, you can enhance your productivity by managing multiple terminal sessions efficiently. Practice using these basic commands to become proficient with Tmux. Happy coding!