Tmux FAQ
Find answers to the most common tmux questions. From basic commands to advanced configurations, our comprehensive FAQ covers everything you need to know about the terminal multiplexer.
What is tmux?
Learn about tmux, the terminal multiplexer that enhances your command-line experience with session management, window splitting, and more.
How to create a new window in tmux?
Learn how to create and manage multiple windows in tmux, similar to tabs in a browser.
How to create a new tab in tmux?
Learn how to create and manage tabs (windows) in tmux, navigate between them, and customize their behavior.
How to resize panes in tmux?
Learn different methods to adjust and resize tmux panes using keyboard shortcuts, commands, and mouse interactions.
How to split panes horizontally in tmux?
Learn how to split tmux panes horizontally to create multiple terminal views stacked on top of each other.
How to split panes vertically in tmux?
Learn how to split tmux panes vertically to create side-by-side terminal views for easier multitasking.
How to swap panes in tmux?
Learn how to rearrange your workspace by exchanging pane positions using keyboard shortcuts and commands.
How to close panes in tmux?
Learn various ways to close or kill tmux panes when you no longer need them.
How to use copy mode in tmux?
Learn how to enter copy mode in tmux to scroll, search, and copy text between panes and windows.
How to copy text to system clipboard in tmux?
Learn how to configure tmux to copy text to your system clipboard for easy pasting in other applications.
How to search text in tmux?
Learn how to search for text patterns in tmux buffers and navigate through search results efficiently.
How to use tmux send-keys command?
Learn how to send keyboard input to tmux panes programmatically for automation and remote control.
How to exit tmux?
Learn different ways to exit tmux: detaching from sessions, closing panes and windows, or shutting down the server completely.
How to rename tmux sessions?
Learn different methods to rename your tmux sessions for better organization and identification.
How to reload tmux configuration?
Learn how to apply changes to your tmux configuration without restarting tmux or your sessions.
How to detach from tmux sessions?
Learn how to detach from tmux sessions without closing them and return to your terminal.
How to scroll up in tmux?
Discover how to navigate through terminal history by scrolling up in tmux using copy mode.
How to list tmux sessions?
Find out how to view all active tmux sessions and their details using tmux ls command.
How to kill a tmux session?
Learn different methods to terminate tmux sessions when you no longer need them.
How to attach to a tmux session?
Learn how to connect to existing tmux sessions using the attach command and its options.
How to move windows in tmux?
Learn how to change the position and order of windows in tmux using keyboard shortcuts and commands.
How to enable mouse support in tmux?
Learn how to configure tmux to support mouse interactions for selecting panes, resizing, scrolling, and more.
How to enable logging in tmux?
Learn how to capture and save the output of your tmux sessions using built-in features and plugins.
How to attach to tmux session 0?
Learn how to connect to a specific tmux session by number, particularly session 0, the first created session.
How to kill all tmux sessions?
Learn different methods to terminate all active tmux sessions at once, with examples and precautions.
How to use tmux package manager (TPM)?
Learn how to install, configure, and use the Tmux Plugin Manager to extend tmux functionality with plugins.
How to enable vim mode in tmux?
Learn how to configure tmux to use vim-style keybindings and navigation for a more efficient workflow.
How to rotate panes in tmux?
Learn how to cycle through different pane arrangements by rotating their positions clockwise or counter-clockwise.
How to swap windows in tmux?
Learn how to change window positions and reorder your tmux window tabs using various commands and shortcuts.
What is the tmux prefix key and how to use it?
Understand what the tmux prefix key does, how to use it, and how to customize it for your workflow.
How to move a pane to a new window in tmux?
Learn how to convert an existing pane into its own window or move it to another window in tmux.
How to source tmux config file?
Learn how to reload your tmux configuration file without restarting tmux or your active sessions.
How to maximize a pane in tmux?
Learn how to temporarily expand a pane to full-window size in tmux and restore the original layout.
How to renumber windows in tmux?
Learn how to reindex window numbers in tmux to keep them sequential and organized after closing windows.
How to capture pane content in tmux?
Learn how to save the contents of a tmux pane to a file or buffer for later reference or analysis.
How to adjust escape-time in tmux?
Learn how to configure the escape key delay in tmux to optimize performance, especially with Vim or Neovim.
How to exit copy mode in tmux?
Learn different methods to exit copy mode in tmux and return to normal terminal operation.
How to change the default shell in tmux?
Learn how to configure tmux to use your preferred shell like zsh, fish, or bash for new sessions and windows.
How to manage command history in tmux?
Learn how to access, navigate, and customize command history in tmux sessions for improved productivity.
How to increase scrollback buffer in tmux?
Learn how to configure tmux to keep more lines in the scrollback buffer for viewing older terminal output.
How to use predefined layouts in tmux?
Learn about tmux's built-in window layouts and how to quickly arrange your panes in optimal configurations.
How to switch to next window in tmux?
Learn multiple ways to navigate between windows in tmux, focusing on moving to the next window in sequence.
How to change the prefix key in tmux?
Learn how to customize tmux's prefix key to something more comfortable or accessible for your workflow.
How to fix 'tmux: command not found' error?
Troubleshoot and resolve the 'command not found' error when trying to start tmux in your terminal.
How to rename windows in tmux?
Learn different ways to give descriptive names to your tmux windows for better organization and navigation.
How to fix 'failed to connect to server' error in tmux?
Troubleshoot and resolve connection issues between the tmux client and server with step-by-step solutions.
How to use popup windows in tmux?
Learn how to create and use temporary popup windows in tmux for quick commands or information displays.
How to rearrange panes in tmux?
Learn different techniques to organize your tmux panes by moving, swapping, and restructuring their layout.
How to zoom in and out of tmux panes?
Learn how to temporarily maximize a pane to full window size and restore it to its original size in tmux.
How to use the tmux set command?
Learn how to use the tmux set command to configure options and behavior during runtime or in configuration files.
How to detach other clients from tmux sessions?
Learn how to disconnect other users or terminals from shared tmux sessions while keeping your own connection active.
How to use tmux control mode?
Learn about tmux's control mode for programmatic interaction and how to use it for automation and scripting.
How to join panes in tmux?
Learn how to combine multiple panes or move panes between different windows in tmux.
How to work with nested tmux sessions?
Learn how to manage and navigate through multiple levels of tmux sessions running inside each other.
How to display CPU usage in tmux?
Learn how to add CPU usage statistics to your tmux status bar using plugins or custom scripts.
tmux vs nohup: What's the difference??
Understand the differences between tmux and nohup for keeping processes running after disconnecting from a terminal session.
How to configure allow-passthrough in tmux?
Learn how to enable passthrough of escape sequences from the terminal to applications running inside tmux.
tmux bind vs bind-key: What's the difference??
Understand the differences between the bind and bind-key commands in tmux configuration and when to use each.
How to move to the next pane in tmux?
Learn different methods to navigate between panes in tmux, with focus on moving to the next pane in sequence.
How to use tmux with SSH connections?
Learn techniques for using tmux with SSH to maintain persistent remote sessions that survive connection drops.
How to clear a pane in tmux?
Learn different methods to clear the content of a tmux pane and reset its display for a fresh start.
How to display a clock in tmux?
Learn how to show a digital or analog clock in a tmux pane and customize its appearance.
How to create tmux startup scripts?
Learn how to create automated scripts to set up your tmux environment with sessions, windows, and panes at startup.
How to switch between tmux sessions?
Learn different methods to navigate and switch between multiple tmux sessions from within tmux.
How to create a custom status bar in tmux?
Learn how to design and implement a personalized status bar in tmux with custom elements, formatting, and dynamic information.
How to customize tmux keybindings?
Learn how to remap and customize tmux keyboard shortcuts to create a more efficient and personalized workflow.
How to effectively manage panes in tmux?
Master tmux pane management with techniques for creating, navigating, resizing, and organizing your terminal workspace.
How to use plugins in tmux?
Learn how to enhance tmux functionality with plugins, including installation, configuration, and popular plugin recommendations.
How to search through tmux buffer?
Learn techniques for efficiently searching through text in tmux buffers, navigating search results, and using regular expressions.
How to manage tmux sessions effectively?
Master tmux session management with techniques for creating, navigating, organizing, and customizing multiple terminal sessions.
How to configure the tmux status bar?
Learn how to set up, customize, and optimize your tmux status bar to display useful information and enhance your workflow.
How to synchronize panes in tmux?
Learn how to synchronize input across multiple tmux panes to execute the same commands in different environments simultaneously.