Question 1

How to set up smart-splits.nvim with Tmux?

Accepted Answer

Add the Tmux config snippet from the README to your tmux.conf, ensuring key mappings match. Avoid lazy loading the plugin as it sets the @pane-is-vim variable on load for proper integration.

Question 2

smart-splits.nvim vs vim-tmux-navigator – which should I use?

Accepted Answer

smart-splits.nvim offers more features like directional resizing, buffer swapping, and multi-multiplexer support, but has a steeper setup. vim-tmux-navigator is simpler and focused only on Tmux navigation, making it better for minimal setups.

Question 3

How to resize splits without holding a modifier key?

Accepted Answer

The plugin removed persistent resize mode; use submode.nvim or hydra.nvim to create a temporary mode, as shown in the README example with submode.nvim configuration for keyless resizing.

Question 4

Why isn't my Zellij integration working?

Accepted Answer

Check if the zellij command is on the PATH accessible to Zellij, and refer to the troubleshooting section for issues with vim-zellij-navigator plugin and environment variables.

Question 5

How to configure smart-splits.nvim to split a new window at the edge?

Accepted Answer

Set the at_edge option to 'split' in the setup configuration, which automatically creates a new split in the desired direction when the cursor reaches the edge of a pane.

Question 6

Can I use smart-splits.nvim with lazy.nvim?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but for multiplexer integrations like Tmux or Kitty, it's not recommended to lazy load because the plugin needs to set variables on startup. Use version tags for stability if lazy loading.

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