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Description:
Style Framework for The Terminal

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: shell cli styling terminal bash

Install: brew install shml

About:
SHML (Shell Markup Language) is a lightweight framework for writing styled terminal interfaces using shell commands. It provides a simple syntax for creating colored text, formatted layouts, and interactive prompts without complex dependencies. This tool enables developers to build visually appealing CLI applications and scripts quickly.

Key Features:

Simple shell-based syntax for styling
No external dependencies beyond basic shell utilities
Support for colors, text formatting, and layout components
Lightweight and fast execution

Use Cases:

Building styled CLI menus and interactive prompts
Enhancing shell script output with colors and formatting
Creating simple terminal-based dashboards

Alternatives:

tput – Standard tool but requires more verbose terminal control sequences
dialog – More feature-rich but heavier with complex dependencies

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