ghostty
Control Ghostty terminal emulator via CLI. Manage windows, tabs, splits, and configuration.
Best use case
ghostty is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt. It is especially useful for teams working in multi. Control Ghostty terminal emulator via CLI. Manage windows, tabs, splits, and configuration.
Control Ghostty terminal emulator via CLI. Manage windows, tabs, splits, and configuration.
Users should expect a more consistent workflow output, faster repeated execution, and less time spent rewriting prompts from scratch.
Practical example
Example input
Use the "ghostty" skill to help with this workflow task. Context: Control Ghostty terminal emulator via CLI. Manage windows, tabs, splits, and configuration.
Example output
A structured workflow result with clearer steps, more consistent formatting, and an output that is easier to reuse in the next run.
When to use this skill
- Use this skill when you want a reusable workflow rather than writing the same prompt again and again.
When not to use this skill
- Do not use this when you only need a one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- Do not use it if you cannot install or maintain the related files, repository context, or supporting tools.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/ghostty/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How ghostty Compares
| Feature / Agent | ghostty | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Control Ghostty terminal emulator via CLI. Manage windows, tabs, splits, and configuration.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Ghostty Skill Use the `ghostty` CLI to control and configure the Ghostty terminal emulator. ## CLI Location ```bash /Applications/Ghostty.app/Contents/MacOS/ghostty ``` Or if symlinked: `ghostty` ## Actions (IPC Commands) Ghostty supports actions via `+action` flag. These control the running instance. List available actions: ```bash ghostty +list-actions ``` Create new window: ```bash ghostty +new-window ``` Create new tab: ```bash ghostty +new-tab ``` Create splits: ```bash ghostty +new-split:right ghostty +new-split:down ``` Navigate splits: ```bash ghostty +goto-split:previous ghostty +goto-split:next ghostty +goto-split:up ghostty +goto-split:down ghostty +goto-split:left ghostty +goto-split:right ``` Close current surface: ```bash ghostty +close-surface ``` Toggle fullscreen: ```bash ghostty +toggle-fullscreen ``` Reload configuration: ```bash ghostty +reload-config ``` ## Font Management Increase/decrease font size: ```bash ghostty +increase-font-size:1 ghostty +decrease-font-size:1 ``` Reset font size: ```bash ghostty +reset-font-size ``` ## Configuration Config file location: ``` ~/.config/ghostty/config ``` Show current config: ```bash ghostty +show-config ``` List available themes: ```bash ghostty +list-themes ``` List available fonts: ```bash ghostty +list-fonts ``` List keybinds: ```bash ghostty +list-keybinds ``` ## Launch Options Start with specific config: ```bash ghostty --config-file=/path/to/config ``` Start with command: ```bash ghostty -e "htop" ``` Start in directory: ```bash ghostty --working-directory=/path/to/dir ``` ## Debugging Check version: ```bash ghostty --version ``` Validate config: ```bash ghostty +validate-config ```
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