Welcome to Windows Terminal – your gateway to a modern, efficient, and customizable command-line experience on Windows. Designed for developers, IT professionals, and power users, Windows Terminal brings together all your favorite command-line tools into one sleek, tabbed interface. Whether you’re working with Command Prompt, PowerShell, WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux), or Azure Cloud Shell, Windows Terminal makes it easier and faster to manage your tasks.
Our Vision
At the heart of Windows Terminal is a commitment to enhancing the productivity and flexibility of users who rely on the command line. We aim to deliver a platform that not only meets the needs of today’s complex development and system management environments but also pushes the boundaries of what a modern terminal can achieve. Through continuous innovation, we strive to give users the tools they need to unlock their full potential, whether that’s writing code, managing systems, or running powerful scripts.
Why Windows Terminal?
- Unified Interface: Access all your command-line tools like Command Prompt, PowerShell, WSL, and more in one place. No more juggling separate windows—our tabbed design keeps everything organized.
- Customizable Experience: Personalize your terminal with themes, color schemes, fonts, and even background images. With Windows Terminal, you can create an environment that works for you.
- High Performance: With GPU-accelerated text rendering, fast input responsiveness, and Unicode/emoji support, Windows Terminal handles everything from simple commands to complex outputs seamlessly.
- Open Source & Community Driven: Windows Terminal is open source, and we are proud to collaborate with our community to shape the future of the terminal experience. Your feedback and contributions help us evolve and stay connected to the real-world needs of our users.
Join the Community
Windows Terminal thrives because of its vibrant community of developers and users. Whether you’re contributing code, suggesting new features, or simply looking to share your experience, there are plenty of ways to get involved.
- Follow us on GitHub to stay up-to-date with the latest updates and releases.
- Join the conversation on social media and our forums.
- Contribute ideas, report issues, or even submit pull requests. We’re always open to your insights and feedback.
Let’s Build the Future of Command-Line Together
At Windows Terminal, we believe that the command-line experience should be powerful, efficient, and enjoyable. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting out, Windows Terminal provides the tools to enhance your workflow and create a seamless, unified command-line interface.
Thank you for being a part of the Windows Terminal journey.