ptpython
Enhanced interactive Python REPL
TLDR
Start Python REPL
$ ptpython
Start with vi mode$ ptpython --vi
Execute file then REPL$ ptpython -i [script.py]
Start IPython mode$ ptipython
SYNOPSIS
ptpython [options] [file]
DESCRIPTION
ptpython is an enhanced Python REPL built on the prompt_toolkit library. It provides syntax highlighting, multi-line editing, autocompletion, mouse support, and vi/emacs key bindings, offering a significantly improved interactive experience over the default Python shell.Features include function signature display, input validation, clipboard support, and the ability to embed ptpython in existing applications. The ptipython variant combines ptpython's UI with IPython's magic commands and features.
PARAMETERS
FILE
Python file to execute.--vi
Use Vi-style key bindings instead of Emacs (default).-i, --interactive
Drop into the REPL after running the given script.--light-bg
Optimize colors for terminals with a light background.--dark-bg
Optimize colors for terminals with a dark background.--config-file FILE
Use the specified Python configuration file instead of the default.--history-file FILE
Use a custom history file location.-V, --version
Display version information.
CONFIGURATION
~/.config/ptpython/config.py
Python configuration file for customizing key bindings, color scheme, completion behavior, and other REPL settings.
INSTALL
brew install ptpython
CAVEATS
Requires installation. Uses prompt_toolkit.
HISTORY
ptpython was created as an enhanced Python REPL with modern features.
