Windows Terminal
Windows Terminal is an open-source tabbed command-line application developed by Microsoft. It brings together Command Prompt, PowerShell, and Windows Subsystem for Linux into a single modern interface.
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- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 1.25.2733.0
- Release date
- Oct. 2, 2026
- License
- MIT
- Installer type
- msix
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id Microsoft.WindowsTerminal -eSHA256 (file verification)
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Windows Terminal 1.25.2733.0: what's new?
Highlights
- Multi-tab interface with split pane support
- Automatic profile detection for PowerShell, CMD, and WSL
- GPU-accelerated text rendering engine for fast performance
- Customizable themes, color schemes, background images, and key bindings
- Full support for Unicode and UTF-8 characters
Who is it for?
Windows Terminal is designed for software developers, system administrators, and power users who frequently work with command-line tools in Windows. It is used to run workflows across multiple environments like PowerShell, Command Prompt, and WSL side by side in a single window.
Good to know before installing
- Available only on the Windows platform.
- It is a terminal emulator rather than an independent shell, relying on installed shells like PowerShell or Command Prompt to execute commands.
- Advanced customization of keybindings and profiles may require manual editing of JSON configuration files.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button on our page to get the installer.
- Alternatively, run 'winget install --id Microsoft.WindowsTerminal -e' in your command prompt.
- Follow the installation prompts and open Windows Terminal from the Start menu.
Alternatives
Frequently asked questions
Is Windows Terminal free?
Yes, Windows Terminal is completely free and open-source under the MIT License.
Can I run WSL in Windows Terminal?
Yes, it automatically detects and creates profiles for installed WSL Linux distributions.
Which operating systems support Windows Terminal?
Windows Terminal is supported on Windows 10 and Windows 11.