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ProxMenux is an interactive menu-driven tool designed to make Proxmox VE more accessible to all users, regardless of their technical experience. It simplifies command execution, allowing users to perform actions on their system without requiring advanced Linux knowledge.
For less experienced users, ProxMenux provides an intuitive way to run commands through a structured menu interface, reducing the need for manual terminal input.
Proxmox VE is widely used for:
Follow the instructions in the{" "} Installation Guide . You can install ProxMenux by running:
bash -c "$(wget -qLO - https://raw.githubusercontent.com/MacRimi/ProxMenux/main/install_proxmenux.sh)"
Once installed, simply start it with:
menu
{/* 3️⃣ Compatibility */}
No, ProxMenux is only compatible with Proxmox VE 8 and later versions.
{/* 4️⃣ Customization */}The core scripts cannot be modified directly as they are hosted on GitHub. However, users can personalize the console logo using the FastFetch tool available in the Post-Install options.
{/* 5️⃣ Updates */}When a new version is available, ProxMenux will automatically detect it upon launch and prompt users to update. If accepted, the update process will replace utility files and configurations.
{/* 6️⃣ Reporting Issues */}If you encounter bugs or errors, report them in the{" "} Issues section .
If you find a security issue, please do not publish it. Instead, review the{" "} Code of Conduct & Best Practices {" "} for guidance on how to proceed.
{/* 7️⃣ Contributing */}Yes! ProxMenux is an open-source project, and contributions are welcome. You can share ideas or discuss improvements in the{" "} Discussions section . Make sure to review the{" "} Code of Conduct & Best Practices .
{/* 8️⃣ Modifying System Files */}
No, ProxMenux does not modify critical Proxmox system files.
It only installs dependencies such as whiptail
, curl
,
jq
, and Python3
, sets up a virtual environment for translations,
and downloads its scripts into /usr/local/share/proxmenux/
.
The executable menu
is placed in /usr/local/bin/
.
ProxMenux does not interfere with Proxmox’s core operations.
Yes, ProxMenux is safe for production. Since it does not modify core Proxmox files, it can be used in production environments. However, it is always recommended to test it in a controlled environment first.
{/* 🔟 Uninstallation */}You can uninstall ProxMenux from the Settings menu using the Uninstall ProxMenux option. Detailed steps can be found in the{" "} Uninstall Guide .