lf in tmux Popup
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Demonstration of lf file manager integrated with tmux popup workflow

Date: February 7, 2026


A demonstration of using lf inside a tmux popup window, showing the seamless integration between file management and terminal multiplexing.

## What is Shown

- Working in a terminal session
- Opening lf (simulating Alt+E popup binding)
- Navigating to a file
- Opening the file
- Returning to the original session

## Key Takeaway

The tmux popup integration allows you to browse files without leaving your current context. Open files, check directories, then return exactly where you were.

![lf tmux popup demo](/tapes/lf-tmux-popup.mp4)

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