Windows Terminal
About Windows Terminal
Windows Terminal is a modern, open-source terminal application from Microsoft, developed on GitHub under the MIT license. It hosts the command-line shells you already use, such as Command Prompt, PowerShell and bash through the Windows Subsystem for Linux, in a single window.
Its main features include multiple tabs and panes, full Unicode and UTF-8 support, a GPU-accelerated text renderer, and deep customization of themes, colors, fonts, backgrounds and key bindings. It requires Windows 10 version 2004 or later; installing from the Microsoft Store keeps it updated automatically, and it can be set as the default terminal application. Microsoft also created the open-source Cascadia Code font for it.
Key features
- Tabs and split panes
- Runs CMD, PowerShell and WSL shells
- Full Unicode and UTF-8 support
- GPU-accelerated text rendering
- Custom themes, fonts and key bindings
- Can be the default terminal app
Download via Quark Drive
We’re still preparing the Quark Drive share for this app. It will appear here once it’s ready. Tap “Request” to bump it up.
How to install
“Windows protected your PC”
SmartScreen shows this for apps without a paid signature. Click “More info”, then “Run anyway”.
Antivirus blocks it
Open-source apps are often flagged because they aren’t commercially signed. Check the SHA256 first, then allow it in your antivirus.
Won’t start, or a DLL is missing
Usually a missing runtime. Install Microsoft’s Visual C++ Redistributable (x64) and the .NET Desktop Runtime, then try again.
Check the file
Run this in Command Prompt and compare the result with the SHA256 listed for the cloud file:
certutil -hashfile "%USERPROFILE%\Downloads\file-name" SHA256Alternatives
Tabby
Git for Windows
Visual Studio Code
Changelog
FAQ
How do I download Windows Terminal?
The Quark Drive share for Windows Terminal is being prepared and will appear in the download section of this page.
Is Windows Terminal free?
Windows Terminal license: MIT. appwl only lists official builds and charges nothing for downloads.
Which systems does Windows Terminal support?
This page offers Windows Terminal for Windows, version 1.25.2733.0.
Is Windows Terminal from appwl safe?
appwl only lists official releases with their version and date. You can verify the SHA256 using the install tips on this page.