tmux mcp
npxVerifiedThe tmux MCP server integrates tmux with AI agents, exposing terminal session management. It provides tools for session creation, window splitting, pane manipulation, and command execution. It connects to local tmux instances via the tmux socket. Developers use it to automate terminal workflows, manage multiple sessions, and streamline command execution.
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Overview
The tmux MCP server integrates tmux with AI agents, exposing terminal session management. It provides tools for session creation, window splitting, pane manipulation, and command execution. It connects to local tmux instances via the tmux socket. Developers use it to automate terminal workflows, manage multiple sessions, and streamline command execution.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y tmux-mcp2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"nickgnd-tmux-mcp-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y tmux-mcp"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from tmux mcp?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
Configuration
No configuration required. This server works out of the box.
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in tmux mcp?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in tmux mcp"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in tmux mcp with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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