Install tmux

tmux is a terminal multiplexer that allows you to run multiple terminal sessions within a single window, making it easier to manage multiple tasks.

Step 1: Update package lists

First, update your package lists:

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sudo apt update

Install tmux using the apt package manager:

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sudo apt install tmux -y

Start a new tmux session:

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tmux

You'll see a new terminal with a status bar at the bottom.

To detach from the tmux session (keep it running in the background):

Press Ctrl+b then d.

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tmux new-session -s mysession

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tmux list-sessions

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tmux attach-session -t mysession

Press Ctrl+b then c

Press Ctrl+b then window number (0-9)

Press Ctrl+b then "

Press Ctrl+b then %

Press Ctrl+b then arrow keys

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tmux kill-session -t mysession

Create a configuration file for custom settings:

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touch ~/.tmux.conf

Add common configurations:

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# Enable mouse support
set -g mouse on

# Start window numbering at 1
set -g base-index 1

# Start pane numbering at 1
setw -g pane-base-index 1

Now that tmux is installed, you can: