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terminal-management

Execute cmux terminal commands via SSH from a devcontainer.

Updated Nov 9, 2025
Search Tags:#macOS#SSH#devcontainer#cmux#terminal management
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/manifoldlogic/claude-code-plugins --skill terminal-management
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: terminal-management
Source: https://github.com/manifoldlogic/claude-code-plugins/tree/main/plugins/cmux/skills/terminal-management
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/manifoldlogic/claude-code-plugins --skill terminal-management

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires cmux, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows Claude Code to control cmux terminals on a macOS host from within a devcontainer, using SSH for secure and reliable connections.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • SSH-based Terminal Management: Execute cmux commands through SSH from within a devcontainer.
  • Workspaces & Panes: Manage and manipulate cmux terminal workspaces and panes directly.
  • Use Case: You are working in a devcontainer and need to manage multiple cmux terminals on your local macOS host without leaving the container environment.

Quick Start

Execute a cmux command from the devcontainer by using the wrapper script:

$CMUX_PLUGIN_DIR/skills/terminal-management/scripts/cmux-ssh.sh ping

Frequently Asked Questions about terminal-management

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I control cmux terminals on a macOS host from inside a devcontainer?▼

You can control cmux terminals on a macOS host from a devcontainer by using an SSH-based proxy to securely execute terminal commands over the host connection.

Can I manage cmux workspaces and panes remotely through SSH?▼

Yes, you can manage and manipulate cmux terminal workspaces and panes remotely by executing cmux commands through an SSH connection from your devcontainer.

Do I need SSH connectivity to use cmux terminal management in a devcontainer?▼

Yes, SSH connectivity to host.docker.internal and a local cmux installation are required to enable secure terminal execution from the devcontainer.

What is the best way to run terminal commands on macOS without leaving a devcontainer environment?▼

Using an SSH proxy wrapper script allows you to run terminal commands on your macOS host without leaving the devcontainer, routing execution securely to local cmux terminals.

Does terminal management via SSH work with devcontainers on macOS?▼

Yes, devcontainers on macOS support terminal management via SSH by connecting to host.docker.internal, allowing direct execution of cmux commands on the host system.

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