How to Change Windows Terminal Themes

Windows Terminal themes let you change the colors and background of your command line window to match your style. Windows Terminal version 1.10 and later comes with several built-in color schemes and lets you create your own custom looks.

Switching to a dark color scheme helps cut down eye strain if you work late at night. You change these visual styles by editing a simple settings file that holds your preferences.

How to change your Terminal theme

Personalizing the environment happens entirely inside the application preferences. The following steps guide the selection and application of a new visual scheme.

1. Open the Windows Terminal app. You can do this by clicking the Start menu ⊞, typing “Terminal,” and selecting the app.

2. Click the down arrow in the top bar of the Terminal window. Select Settings (or press Ctrl + , on your keyboard).

3. On the left side of the screen, click the Appearance tab.

4. On the right side, find the Application Theme box. Use the menu to pick Dark, Light, or Use Windows theme.

5. Click the Save button at the bottom to finish.

Summary

• Terminal themes allow you to switch between Light and Dark modes.
• Using a dark theme can help reduce eye strain in low-light rooms.
• Custom themes make it easier to manage multiple open tabs or windows.
• The “Use Windows theme” setting keeps your app consistent with your system settings.