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Windows Terminal
Windows Terminal brings Command Prompt, PowerShell, and WSL into one command-line app, with tabs, panes, and custom themes.
About Windows Terminal
Windows Terminal is a terminal application for Windows for users of command-line tools and shells such as Command Prompt, PowerShell, and WSL. It brings these shells together in one app instead of separate windows. It is listed on the Microsoft Store as a free download and install on Windows.
You can open multiple tabs in a single window and split the view into panes. The app supports Unicode and UTF-8 characters and includes a GPU accelerated text rendering engine. You can also adjust themes, styles, and configurations to change how the terminal looks and behaves.
It suits people who regularly use Command Prompt, PowerShell, or WSL on Windows. The Store page also notes community participation through the project's GitHub page. It is accessed through the Microsoft Store listing.
Key features
- Run Command Prompt, PowerShell, and WSL in one app
- Open multiple tabs in a single window
- Split the window into multiple panes
- Support Unicode and UTF-8 characters
- Use custom themes, styles, and configurations
- Use GPU accelerated text rendering engine
Best for: People who use Command Prompt, PowerShell, or WSL on Windows and want them in one terminal app.
Good for
- Combines Command Prompt, PowerShell, and WSL in one app
- Includes tabs, panes, and custom themes
- Supports Unicode and UTF-8 characters
- Free download via Microsoft Store
Watch out for
- Requires Windows
Windows Terminal at a glance
- Category
- Software & Utilities › System Utilities
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Free
- Platforms
- Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Windows Terminal FAQ
What is Windows Terminal used for?
It provides one terminal app for using Command Prompt, PowerShell, and WSL on Windows.
Where can I download Windows Terminal?
It is listed as a free download and install on Windows through the Microsoft Store.
Does Windows Terminal support tabs and custom themes?
Yes. It supports multiple tabs, panes, and custom themes, styles, and configurations.
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