What is PrettyMux and how do I install it?

PrettyMux is an open-source GTK4 terminal workspace using Ghostty for Linux multitaskers. Grab from GitHub, install deps (GTK4, Rust), cargo build --release.

How does PrettyMux compare to tmux or Alacritty?

Tmux is CLI-only, remote-friendly; PrettyMux adds GUI splits, tabs, browser — native, no Electron. Alacritty's single-pane fast; this multiplexes.

Is PrettyMux ready for daily driver use?

For local workflows, yes — snappy, intuitive. Servers

Can I use PrettyMux on Windows or macOS?

Compiles there via Cargo, untested. Linux primary.

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PrettyMux: Finally, a Native Linux Tmux for GUI Workflows Built on Ghostty

Linux power users have begged for a proper GUI tmux alternative forever. Enter PrettyMux — Ghostty-powered, no Electron nonsense, and it might just stick.

theAIcatchup Apr 10, 2026 4 min read

PrettyMux screenshot showing split terminal panes, vertical tabs, and integrated browser

⚡ Key Takeaways

PrettyMux brings native GUI multiplexing to Linux terminals via Ghostty, ditching tmux's keyboard-only quirks. 𝕏
Features like project favicons, in-app browser, and notifications make parallel AI/agent workflows a breeze. 𝕏
Open source with no hype — perfect for tmux haters wanting drag-and-drop without Electron bloat. 𝕏

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