What the hell is Zellij?

Step-by-Step Tutorial: Getting Started with Zellij Terminal Multiplexer

1. Understanding Terminal Multiplexers:

   • Terminal multiplexers like Zellij and Tmux allow you to manage multiple pseudo login sessions within a single terminal window.
   • They enable running long processes, managing servers, and switching between different panes efficiently.

2. Installation:

   • If you are using Arch Linux, you can install Zellij using the package manager yay.
   • Run the command yay -S zellij to install Zellij on your system.

3. Basic Key Bindings:

   • Launch Zellij by typing zellij in your terminal.
   • Explore key bindings like:
     • Ctrl + B for vertical split.
     • Ctrl + B + - for horizontal split.
     • Alt + Left/Right to switch between panes.

4. Configuration:

   • Zellij provides a pre-baked configuration file to customize key bindings and settings.
   • Modify the configuration file located at ~/.config/zellij/zellij.toml to tailor Zellij to your preferences.

5. Layouts:

   • Create predefined layouts to organize your workspace efficiently.
   • Use the --layout option followed by the path to your layout file when launching Zellij to load a specific layout.

6. Session Management:

   • Utilize session resurrection and management features in Zellij.
   • List all sessions with zellij --list-sessions and resurrect a session by selecting it from the list.

7. Advanced Features:

   • Explore the mode system in Zellij by pressing Ctrl + A followed by a key to enter different modes.
   • Experiment with integrating Zellij with tools like Neovim for a seamless workflow.

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9. Practice and Experiment:

   • Experiment with different layouts, key bindings, and configurations in Zellij to tailor it to your workflow and maximize productivity.

10. Enjoy Seamless Workflow:

• Incorporate Zellij into your daily workflow to efficiently manage terminals, run processes, and switch between tasks with ease.

By following these steps, you can effectively utilize Zellij as a powerful terminal multiplexer to enhance your productivity and streamline your terminal workflow.