Resizing Panes in iTerm2: A Step-by-Step Guide
In this article, we'll cover how to resize panes in iTerm2, a popular terminal emulator for macOS. This can be particularly useful when working with multiple terminal windows or sessions, such as when using iTerm2 as an alternative to tools like tmux.
Prerequisites
To follow this guide, you'll need:
- A Mac running macOS
- iTerm2 terminal emulator installed
Step 1: Open iTerm2
First, open iTerm2 on your Mac. You can do this by searching for "iTerm2" in Spotlight or by using Launchpad.
Step 2: Create a new terminal window
To create a new terminal window, go to the "File" menu and select "New Terminal Window."
Step 3: Split the terminal window into panes
To split the terminal window into multiple windows, use the following keyboard shortcuts:
- Split the terminal window horizontally: Cmd + D
- Split the terminal window vertically: Cmd + Shift + D
Step 4: Resize the panes
To resize a pane, use the mouse to drag the dividing line between panes. The pane you're resizing will grow or shrink as you move the mouse.
Step 5: Using AppleScript to automate pane resizing
If you find yourself frequently resizing panes in iTerm2, you may want to consider using AppleScript to automate the process. Here's an example AppleScript that creates a new terminal window with two small panes at the top and one large pane at the bottom:
Example AppleScript
tell application "iTerm2"
set newWindow to do new terminal window with config {split panes, split horizontally, split ratio {0.3, 0.3, 0.4}}
end tell
In this article, we covered how to resize panes in iTerm2 using both the mouse and AppleScript. By splitting your terminal window into multiple panes and resizing them as needed, you can more effectively manage multiple terminal sessions and workflows.