Use when you have a written implementation plan to execute in a separate session with review checkpoints
npx skills add julianobarbosa/claude-code-skills --skill "Iterm2"
Install specific skill from multi-skill repository
# Description
iTerm2 terminal emulator and tmux multiplexer expertise. USE WHEN user mentions iTerm2, tmux, terminal sessions, split panes, window management, OR terminal productivity on macOS.
# SKILL.md
name: Iterm2
description: iTerm2 terminal emulator and tmux multiplexer expertise. USE WHEN user mentions iTerm2, tmux, terminal sessions, split panes, window management, OR terminal productivity on macOS.
Iterm2
Complete reference for iTerm2 terminal emulator and tmux terminal multiplexer on macOS. Covers keyboard shortcuts, configuration, tmux integration, and productivity workflows.
Workflow Routing
When executing a workflow, do BOTH of these:
-
Call the notification script (for observability tracking):
bash ~/.claude/Tools/SkillWorkflowNotification WORKFLOWNAME Iterm2 -
Output the text notification (for user visibility):
Running the **WorkflowName** workflow from the **Iterm2** skill...
| Workflow | Trigger | File |
|---|---|---|
| SetupTmux | "setup tmux", "configure tmux" | workflows/SetupTmux.md |
| TmuxSession | "tmux session", "attach session", "detach" | workflows/TmuxSession.md |
| TroubleshootTmux | "tmux not working", "fix tmux" | workflows/TroubleshootTmux.md |
Examples
Example 1: Split terminal into multiple panes
User: "How do I split my terminal in iTerm2?"
→ References Shortcuts.md
→ Explains Cmd+D (vertical) and Cmd+Shift+D (horizontal)
→ Shows navigation with Cmd+Option+Arrow
Example 2: Setup tmux with iTerm2 integration
User: "How do I use tmux with iTerm2?"
→ Invokes SetupTmux workflow
→ Explains tmux -CC control mode
→ Shows native window integration benefits
Example 3: Manage persistent sessions over SSH
User: "Keep my terminal running after disconnect"
→ Invokes TmuxSession workflow
→ Creates named session with tmux new -s
→ Shows how to reattach after disconnect
Quick Reference
iTerm2 Essentials
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Split Vertical | Cmd+D |
| Split Horizontal | Cmd+Shift+D |
| Navigate Panes | Cmd+Option+Arrow |
| Maximize Pane | Cmd+Shift+Enter |
| Next/Prev Tab | Cmd+{ / Cmd+} |
| Find | Cmd+F |
| Autocomplete | Cmd+; |
| Paste History | Cmd+Shift+H |
| Instant Replay | Cmd+Option+B |
| Find Cursor | Cmd+/ |
tmux Essentials
Default prefix: Ctrl+b
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| New Session | tmux new -s name |
| List Sessions | tmux ls or Ctrl+b s |
| Attach Session | tmux attach -t name |
| Detach | Ctrl+b d |
| New Window | Ctrl+b c |
| Split Vertical | Ctrl+b % |
| Split Horizontal | Ctrl+b " |
| Navigate Panes | Ctrl+b Arrow |
| Zoom Pane | Ctrl+b z |
| Close Pane | Ctrl+b x |
| Copy Mode | Ctrl+b [ |
iTerm2 + tmux Integration
Run tmux -CC for native iTerm2 integration:
- tmux windows appear as native iTerm2 windows
- Use iTerm2 shortcuts instead of tmux prefix
- Sessions persist through disconnects
- Dashboard available via Shell > tmux > Dashboard
Documentation Index
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
Shortcuts.md |
Complete keyboard shortcut reference |
TmuxConfig.md |
tmux configuration (.tmux.conf) guide |
TmuxCommands.md |
Full tmux command reference |
# Supported AI Coding Agents
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