Customizing new windows terminal
The new Windows Terminal! It's a fantastic tool, and customizing it can make it even more powerful and enjoyable to use. Here are some ways to customize your new Windows Terminal:
1. Themes:
- Open the Windows Terminal settings by pressing
Ctrl + Shift + P
or by clicking on the three dots in the top right corner and selecting "Settings". - In the settings, click on "Appearance" and then select a theme from the list or create your own custom theme.
- You can also download and install themes from the Windows Terminal theme gallery.
2. Fonts:
- In the settings, click on "Appearance" and then select a font from the list or enter a custom font name.
- You can also adjust the font size, style, and weight to your liking.
3. Colors:
- In the settings, click on "Appearance" and then select a color scheme from the list or create your own custom color scheme.
- You can also adjust the colors for the background, foreground, cursor, and other elements.
4. Layout:
- In the settings, click on "Layout" and then select a layout from the list or create your own custom layout.
- You can also adjust the layout to fit your screen size and preferences.
5. Panes:
- In the settings, click on "Panes" and then select the number of panes you want to display.
- You can also adjust the size and layout of the panes to your liking.
6. Extensions:
- In the settings, click on "Extensions" and then select the extensions you want to install.
- Some popular extensions include:
- GitLens: A Git extension that provides additional features and functionality.
- Hyperlink: An extension that allows you to create hyperlinks in your terminal.
- Oh-My-Zsh: A Zsh shell extension that provides additional features and functionality.
7. Keyboard Shortcuts:
- In the settings, click on "Keyboard" and then select the keyboard shortcuts you want to use.
- You can also create your own custom keyboard shortcuts.
8. Profiles:
- In the settings, click on "Profiles" and then select the profile you want to use.
- You can create multiple profiles for different environments or situations.
9. Customization with JSON:
- The Windows Terminal uses a JSON file to store its settings.
- You can edit the JSON file to customize the terminal to your liking.
- To do this, open the Windows Terminal settings and click on "JSON" at the bottom of the page.
- Then, edit the JSON file to make the changes you want.
10. Community Resources:
- The Windows Terminal has a growing community of users and developers who create and share custom themes, extensions, and other resources.
- You can find these resources on the Windows Terminal GitHub page or on the Windows Terminal subreddit.
By customizing your Windows Terminal, you can make it more efficient, enjoyable, and tailored to your specific needs and preferences. Happy customizing!