opentui

Discover terminal UI capabilities for Core, React, and Solid frameworks.

1|Updated Mar 7, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/amanmprojects/openpaw --skill opentui-amanmprojects

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Skill: opentui
Source: https://github.com/amanmprojects/openpaw/tree/main/.agents/skills/opentui
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/amanmprojects/openpaw --skill opentui-amanmprojects

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

OpenTUI enables teams to rapidly build and maintain feature-rich terminal user interfaces by consolidating core primitives, React and Solid reconcilers, and extensive reference material into a single skill.

Core Features & Use Cases

Unified references for core API, React reconciler, and Solid reconciler covering components, layout, keyboard handling, animations, and testing.
Practical patterns and examples for building interactive terminals, dashboards, editors, and tooling integrations across frameworks.
Centralized guidance for onboarding, debugging, and cross-framework consistency to speed up development workflows.

Quick Start

Begin by reading the OpenTUI SKILL.md frontmatter to understand the entry name and description, then explore the references to start building OpenTUI-based terminal UIs.

Frequently Asked Questions about opentui

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I build terminal UIs with React or Solid reconcilers?▼

You can build interactive terminal UIs using OpenTUI's React and Solid reconcilers, which map framework components to terminal primitives. The skill provides references covering layout, keyboard handling, and animations for both frameworks.

What patterns are available for composing interactive terminal dashboards?▼

OpenTUI provides practical patterns and examples for composing interactive terminals, dashboards, and editors. References cover styling, input handling, and layouts to streamline terminal app development across Core, React, and Solid.

Can I test terminal UI components built with OpenTUI?▼

Yes, OpenTUI includes testing workflows and scenarios for terminal UI components. The skill's references cover testing approaches alongside building and styling workflows for terminal apps developed with the Core, React, or Solid APIs.

Does OpenTUI support cross-framework consistency for terminal apps?▼

OpenTUI supports cross-framework consistency by centralizing guidance for Core API, React reconciler, and Solid reconciler. This consolidates components, layouts, and keyboard handling into a unified reference for onboarding and debugging.

What is the best way to start building terminal apps with OpenTUI?▼

Start by reading the OpenTUI SKILL.md frontmatter to understand the entry name and description, then explore the references folder. This provides the core API primitives and examples needed to begin building terminal interfaces.