Tabby

github.com/eugeny/tabby System Utilities Open-source projectOpen source

Tabby offers a terminal application described by its project as a more modern terminal.

github.com/eugeny/tabby
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About Tabby

Tabby (formerly Terminus) is a configurable terminal emulator with integrated SSH, Telnet and serial clients for Windows, macOS and Linux. It includes a connection manager, nested split panes, remembered tabs, theming, configurable shortcuts, and support for shells such as PowerShell, WSL, Git-Bash, Cygwin and CMD.

It is not a new shell or a MinGW or Cygwin replacement, and the project states it is not lightweight.

Key features

  • Integrated SSH2 and Telnet client with connection manager
  • Serial terminal with saved connections and automatic reconnection
  • Nested split panes with tabs and remembered sessions
  • Configurable shortcuts including multi-chord shortcuts
  • Direct file transfer over SSH sessions via Zmodem
  • Encrypted container for SSH secrets and configuration
Best for: People on Windows, macOS, or Linux who want one terminal app for local shells, SSH, and serial connections.
Good for
  • Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux
  • Open source repository
  • Supports plugins and themes installed from Settings
Watch out for
  • Not lightweight; project notes RAM usage can be a concern
  • Not a new shell and not a MinGW or Cygwin replacement

Tabby at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Tabby FAQ

What operating systems does Tabby support?
Windows, macOS and Linux.
Is Tabby a new shell?
No. It is not a new shell or a MinGW or Cygwin replacement.
Can Tabby run as a portable app?
Yes, on Windows if you create a data folder in the same location where Tabby.exe lives.
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