Termexo v0.8.5: bundled ConPTY, clearer startup notices, and a new website

Maker update: Termexo v0.8.5 is out. I maintain this MIT-licensed Windows workbench for Claude Code, Codex CLI, OpenCode and real terminals.

More consistent terminal behavior

The EXE, MSI and npm packages now bundle Microsoft's MIT-licensed ConPTY components. Older Windows ConPTY builds can lose Shift+Tab or mouse reports, affecting Claude Code shortcuts and OpenCode scrolling. Using a bundled version reduces these OS-version differences and adds about 600 KB to the installer.

The frontend also detects its pseudo console and avoids reflowing wrapped lines a second time when an older system ConPTY has already done it.

Clearer startup guidance

Outdated or missing WebView2 now gets an actionable notice with the installed and required versions, download address and winget command. Requirements: Windows 10 build 17763 or later, WebView2 Chromium 111 or later.

A new website

The site now explains the desktop-to-phone workflow using real screenshots, more realistic device illustrations and a two-way connection animation with a pause control. This illustrates existing remote access, not a live session. Remote access is off by default and intended for trusted LAN/VPN connections, with self-signed HTTPS and an access token that must be kept private.

Release notes and installers · Website · Source

You can also launch with npx termexo@latest in a Node.js environment. Agent CLIs and model services need their own setup. Feedback with Windows version and reproduction steps is welcome.

Maintainer post, written with AI assistance from the official release notes.