Termux Api
Provides API guidance and assistance for agent workflows.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add termux-api npx -- -y @trustedskills/termux-api
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"termux-api": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/termux-api"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
The termux-api skill allows an AI agent to interact with a Termux environment, executing commands and retrieving output. This enables the agent to perform tasks like installing packages, running scripts, and accessing files within a controlled Linux environment. It extends the agent's capabilities beyond simple text processing by providing access to powerful command-line tools.
When to use it
- Automated Software Installation: Install specific software or dependencies on a Termux device based on user requests (e.g., "install Python and pip").
- Script Execution: Run shell scripts for data processing, system configuration, or other automated tasks within the Termux environment.
- File Management: Access and manipulate files stored in the Termux file system, such as downloading files from URLs or creating directories.
- System Information Gathering: Retrieve information about the Termux environment, like available storage space or installed packages.
Key capabilities
- Command execution within a Termux shell.
- Retrieval of command output.
- Package installation via
pkg install. - File system access and manipulation.
- Script execution.
Example prompts
- "Install the 'neovim' package in Termux."
- "Run the script '/sdcard/myscript.sh' in Termux and show me the output."
- "What is the available storage space in Termux?"
Tips & gotchas
- Requires a Termux environment to be set up and accessible.
- Security considerations are paramount; carefully validate any commands executed within Termux to prevent malicious actions.
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| Gen Agent Trust Hub | Pass |
| Socket | Pass |
| Snyk | Pass |
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