How to Center Launch Windows Terminal in 11
Windows Terminal puts Command Prompt, PowerShell, and other command-line tools into one handy app. Setting the app to open right in the center of your screen keeps your desktop neat and stops you from hunting for windows on large displays or multiple monitors.
This trick works on Windows Terminal version 1.16.10332.0 and newer. You just need to tweak a few settings in the configuration file to make the app pop up dead-center every time you open it.
Center Windows Terminal on launch by opening Settings, navigating to the Appearance tab, expanding Launch parameters, and toggling “Center on launch” to On. Save your changes to have the Terminal open in the middle of your screen.
Why Center the Terminal App?
Centering the Windows Terminal launch keeps your desktop organized by placing the app in the middle of your screen. Tidy desk fans and ultra-wide monitor users will appreciate having windows pop up directly in their field of view instead of tucked away in a corner. Why would you want this? This feature helps maintain focus when juggling multiple windows simultaneously.How to Center Launch the Terminal App
Step 1Open the Terminal App
Click the Start menu and search for Terminal. Under “Best match,” select and open the Windows Terminal app.
Step 2Open Settings
When the Terminal app opens, look for the down arrow button on the top bar and click it. Then, select Settings (users can also press Ctrl + ,).
Step 3Enable Center on Launch
In the Settings window, click the Appearance tab on the left. Then expand the “Launch parameters” section. Find the “Center on launch” option and flip the toggle switch to On. To disable it: Flip the toggle switch to Off.
Step 4Save Your Changes
Click the Save button at the bottom to save changes. Then close the Settings window. The Terminal app will now open in the center of the display.Summary
Centering the Windows Terminal launch puts the app right in the middle of the screen, making the workspace feel more balanced.What is Ctrl+Alt+T in Windows?
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