SMRTR ProgrammingApr 13, 2026Hacker News

Make Tmux Pretty and Usable

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This guide explains how to customize tmux beyond basic usage by editing the tmux.conf file. It covers common improvements like changing the awkward C-b prefix to C-a, using intuitive split commands with | and -, enabling mouse mode for easier interaction, and customizing the visual appearance with colors and styling options.

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