visidata

Name: visidata
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Author: BotAssembly

Explore CSV, JSON, and Excel data interactively in the terminal.

Updated Aug 27, 2026

Search Tags:#json #tmux #terminal #csv #data-exploration #table #VisiData

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npx skills add https://github.com/botassembly/jn --skill visidata

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: visidata
Source: https://github.com/botassembly/jn/tree/main/.claude/skills/visidata
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/botassembly/jn --skill visidata

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Interactive visualization of data in the terminal eliminates the guesswork of exploring CSV/JSON/Excel. VisiData provides a fast, visual way to inspect data without writing filters or queries.

Core Features & Use Cases

Interactive exploration of CSV, JSON, and Excel files inside the terminal.
Quick statistics, frequency tables, and sheet navigation to discover data patterns.
Programmatic use with tmux for automation and batch workflows.
Integration with other tools (e.g., JN) for pre/post-processing.

Quick Start

vd data.csv

Frequently Asked Questions about visidata

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I explore CSV and JSON data in the terminal without writing queries?▼

VisiData provides interactive terminal-based exploration of CSV, JSON, and Excel files. Open a file with `vd data.csv` to navigate, filter, sort, and analyze data visually without SQL or jq commands, making ad-hoc data inspection immediate and scriptable.

Can I use terminal tools to quickly find patterns and statistics in large datasets?▼

VisiData enables fast frequency analysis, summary statistics, and sheet navigation directly in the terminal. View data patterns, aggregations, and distributions interactively across multiple formats, replacing one-off query workflows with built-in visual exploration.

What's the best way to inspect and filter data without leaving the terminal?▼

VisiData combines terminal-native operation with multi-format input handling (CSV, JSON, Excel) and built-in navigation commands. Filter, sort, and inspect data interactively within a single unified interface, keeping your workflow in the terminal.

How do I automate data exploration workflows with terminal tools?▼

VisiData supports batch mode for scripting and tmux-based programmatic control, enabling automated data exploration pipelines. Combine terminal commands with VisiData's batch processing to integrate data inspection into larger workflows without manual interaction.

Do I need SQL knowledge to analyze tabular data in the terminal?▼

No. VisiData replaces SQL and jq queries with interactive visual navigation and filtering. Its human-friendly commands and built-in help let you explore CSV, JSON, and Excel data through the interface rather than writing filter expressions.

Can VisiData work with other terminal tools for data processing?▼

Yes. VisiData integrates with other terminal tools like jq for pre/post-processing workflows. Use it alongside existing terminal utilities to combine visual exploration with command-line data transformation in scriptable and interactive contexts.