asciinema-player

Installation
SKILL.md

asciinema-player

Play terminal session recordings (.cast files) in a dedicated iTerm2 window with full playback controls. Opens a clean window (bypasses default arrangements) for distraction-free viewing.

Platform: macOS only (requires iTerm2)

Self-Evolving Skill: This skill improves through use. If instructions are wrong, parameters drifted, or a workaround was needed — fix this file immediately, don't defer. Only update for real, reproducible issues.

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when:

  • Playing back .cast recordings in iTerm2
  • Reviewing session recordings without browser limitations
  • Handling large recordings (>100MB) that crash browser players
  • Demoing or reviewing terminal sessions

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First Seen
Jan 24, 2026