How to Change Tab Colors in Windows Terminal
Windows Terminal tab colors let you quickly tell apart different command-line sessions.
Windows Terminal, which first came out in 2019, is an app that lets you customize how your command-line windows look. You can even change the color of each tab.
This makes it easy to spot what you’re working on, like a specific project or program, without having to read the tab title closely.
By default, Windows Terminal gives each profile a standard color, but you can easily change this to something that works better for you.
To change tab colors in Windows Terminal, right-click the tab you wish to modify and select “Change tab color” from the context menu. You can then choose a preset color or create a custom one. This helps visually distinguish between different profiles or sessions.
What is Windows Terminal?
Windows Terminal is a handy app that consolidates your command-line tools, such as Command Prompt, PowerShell, and Bash (for Linux commands via WSL), into a single window.
- Command Prompt
- Windows PowerShell
- Bash (Linux commands) through Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
It provides a convenient hub for managing all your command-line tasks.
Why Change Tab Colors?
- Make it easier to tell different tabs apart.
- Organize your work by color.
- Personalize your Terminal to your liking.
How to Change Tab Colors in Windows Terminal
To change your Windows Terminal tab colors: open the Terminal, right-click the tab, and select a new color from the menu. The change is applied immediately.That’s It!
Now your Windows Terminal tabs will have colors that help you stay organized and work faster.
Extra Tips
- You can change the colors anytime by right-clicking the tab again.
- Use different colors for different projects or tasks.
- Try pressing
Ctrl + Tabto switch between tabs and see the color indicators in action!
Learn More
Microsoft added this helpful feature in the Windows Terminal Preview version 1.23. To learn more, visit the official Microsoft blog.
Summary
- Changing tab colors is quick and easy.
- Colors make your Terminal sessions easier to manage.
- You can use preset or custom colors.
- New Windows Terminal updates keep improving your experience.
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