Meet PaTUI: MS Paint for the Terminal, with Vim Controls

127 · George Mandis · May 6, 2026, 10:05 p.m.
Summary
PaTUI is a terminal-based image editor that combines the simplicity of MS Paint with Vim-style controls and JavaScript's capabilities. It allows users to load and manipulate images in a unique, humorous way, enabling them to apply retro filters and export as JPEG, PNG, or ANSI art, all done in the terminal environment. The project is presented as a light-hearted, fun tool rather than a serious application.