terminal:tools:zellij
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zellij
Terminal multiplexer. Alternative to tmux. Written in Rust. Built-in layout system, plugin support, floating panes.
zellij # start new session zellij attach # attach to existing session zellij list-sessions # list running sessions zellij delete-session name # delete a session
Key Differences from tmux
| Feature | zellij | tmux |
|---|---|---|
| Config format | KDL | text |
| Status bar | built-in, always visible | optional/manual |
| Floating panes | ✓ native | requires workarounds |
| Plugin system | ✓ Wasm | limited |
| Learning curve | Lower (keybindings shown) | Higher |
| tilde server availability | Less common | Ubiquitous |
For SSH sessions on tilde servers where zellij isn't installed, use tmux/byobu instead.
Install
cargo install zellij # or download binary from https://zellij.dev
See Also
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