opentui

Consolidate OpenTUI references and patterns across Core, React, and Solid.

7|2|Updated Jan 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jal-co/jalco-opencode --skill opentui-jal-co
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: opentui
Source: https://github.com/jal-co/jalco-opencode/tree/main/opencode/.config/opencode/skills/opentui
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jal-co/jalco-opencode --skill opentui-jal-co

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OpenTUI's diverse ecosystem across Core, React, and Solid can be challenging to navigate; this skill consolidates official references, patterns, and examples to help teams build, integrate, and reason about terminal UIs efficiently.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Unified guidance across the OpenTUI Core, React, and Solid runtimes.
  • Quick access to references, API patterns, and practical examples for layout, components, keyboard handling, and testing.
  • Real-world scenarios including prototyping, building dashboards, and debugging TUI applications.

Quick Start

Inspect the OpenTUI starter materials to scaffold a small cross-framework example.

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 across React and Solid using OpenTUI?

To build terminal UIs with OpenTUI, you consolidate cross-framework references and patterns into a unified entry point, enabling consistent UI components and layouts across Core, React, and Solid runtimes.

What is cross-framework TUI development and when do I need it?

Cross-framework TUI development enables unified terminal UI components across multiple runtimes like Core, React, and Solid, needed when building dashboards or prototypes requiring consistent best practices across diverse environments.

Does OpenTUI work with both React and Solid runtimes?

Yes, OpenTUI works with both React and Solid runtimes, providing unified guidance, API patterns, and testing references across Core, React, and Solid to streamline terminal UI development.

How do I scaffold a cross-framework OpenTUI application?

To scaffold a cross-framework OpenTUI application, inspect the OpenTUI starter materials to prototype small examples, utilizing frontmatter-driven structures and optional resources like scripts and references for targeted tasks.

What is the best way to handle keyboard input and layouts in terminal UIs?

The best way to handle keyboard input and layouts in terminal UIs is by accessing consolidated OpenTUI API patterns and practical examples, which streamline component integration and testing across Core, React, and Solid runtimes.

Why does navigating the OpenTUI ecosystem become challenging for teams?

Navigating the OpenTUI ecosystem becomes challenging due to its diverse runtimes across Core, React, and Solid, requiring consolidated official references and patterns to help teams efficiently build and reason about terminal UIs.