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zellij

Centralize terminal sessions into a single workspace with panes, tabs, and layouts.

22|6|Updated Nov 22, 2025
Search Tags:#CLI#terminal#sessions#workflows#zellij#panes#multiplexer
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dashed/claude-marketplace --skill zellij
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: zellij
Source: https://github.com/dashed/claude-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/zellij
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dashed/claude-marketplace --skill zellij

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Zellij centralizes terminal sessions into a single workspace to reduce context switching.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Manage multiple terminal panes and tabs within one session for coherent workflows
  • Save and restore layouts to maintain consistent environments across work sessions
  • Use case: debugging a CLI app by running code, tests, and logs side-by-side in separate panes

Quick Start

Start a new session: zellij Start a named session: zellij -s my-session Attach to a session: zellij attach my-session Load a built-in layout: zellij --layout default

Frequently Asked Questions about zellij

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage multiple terminal panes and tabs in a single workspace?▼

Use a terminal multiplexer to centralize sessions into a single workspace. This coordinates panes, tabs, and layouts, reducing context switching while running code, tests, and logs side-by-side for interactive development and debugging.

How do I start a new terminal session and load a specific layout?▼

Run the base command to start a new terminal session, or use a flag to name it. You can load a built-in layout by passing the layout flag, and attach to existing sessions by specifying the session name.

Can I save and restore terminal layouts to maintain consistent environments?▼

Yes, you can save and restore terminal layouts to maintain consistent environments across work sessions. This allows you to reload configured panes and tabs for coherent workflows immediately.

What is the best way to debug a CLI app with logs and tests side-by-side?▼

The best way to debug a CLI app side-by-side is using a terminal multiplexer to coordinate panes. You can run code, tests, and logs simultaneously in separate panes within a single workspace.

Do I need any dependencies to centralize my terminal sessions?▼

No, you do not need any dependencies to centralize your terminal sessions. The workspace operates independently to coordinate panes and layouts, requiring only a Skill Unit with frontmatter and optional references.

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