Linux Terminal Command: tmux

The tmux command is an essential tool in Process & Job Control. In this tutorial, we will explore what tmux does, look at everyday examples, and cover advanced options to supercharge your command-line workflow.

Concept & Explanation

The tmux command allows you to manage multiple terminal panes and tabs inside a single window, persisting sessions across SSH disconnects.

Common Options & Syntax

tmux [options] [arguments]

Here are the most common flags used with tmux:

Simple Usage: Basic default commands.
Detailed View: Shows diagnostic information.
Advanced Actions: Can chain parameters for scripting.

1. Interactive Example (Simple)

Here is how most people run the command:

# Example
tmux

What it does: Launches a new tmux session.

2. Power-User Example (Advanced)

For scripting and advanced diagnostics, use this configuration:

# Advanced
tmux new -s dev -n editor

What it does: Creates a new tmux session named ‘dev’ and names the initial tab window ’editor’.

⚙️ Warning & Common Pitfalls

[!WARNING] Inside tmux, the default command prefix key is Ctrl+b. To detach from a session, press Ctrl+b followed by d.

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htop : Interactive process viewer.