threemux
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Description:
Terminal multiplexer inspired by i3
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: terminal multiplexer i3 productivity cli
Install: brew install threemux
About:
Threemux is a terminal multiplexer that brings the intuitive, window-management paradigm of the i3 window manager to the command line. It allows users to arrange terminal sessions in a tree-based layout of horizontal and vertical splits. This provides a more structured and keyboard-driven workflow compared to traditional multiplexers like tmux.
Key Features:
  • i3-inspired tree-based layout
  • Vi-like modal keybindings
  • Native shell integration
  • True color and font rendering support
Use Cases:
  • Managing multiple terminal processes in a structured layout
  • Developers seeking a more keyboard-centric workflow
  • Users familiar with i3wm wanting similar efficiency in the terminal
Alternatives:
  • tmux – More established and feature-rich, but uses a different session/window paradigm
  • screen – A classic multiplexer, but lacks modern features and intuitive layout management
  • zellij – A modern alternative with similar goals, but different keybindings and features
Version History
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Oct 9, 2025 8:08pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 71d3e9c9
Sep 12, 2025 12:51am 0 VERSION_BUMP 6a0ecdd2
Sep 12, 2024 10:04pm 0 VERSION_BUMP ac73ecd1