How to Open Windows Terminal Automatically When You Start Windows 11

What is Windows Terminal?

Windows Terminal is a built-in app for Windows 11 that brings Command Prompt, PowerShell, and the Windows Subsystem for Linux together into a single tabbed window. It lets you run command-line tools side by side, customize color schemes, and set up custom keyboard shortcuts to make your daily workflow faster and much easier to manage.

Users can change the terminal's colors, the window size when the terminal opens, or select the default command tool. For more information on these Windows Terminal settings, consult the provided helpful guides.

• Change Terminal Language
• Adjust the Launch Size
• Set the Default Profile
• Change Startup Behavior
• Open Terminal as Admin Automatically

Why Open Windows Terminal Automatically?

Opening Windows Terminal automatically when you start your PC saves you time if you use it a lot.

How to Make Windows Terminal Open When You Sign In

Windows Terminal auto startup is easy to set up by placing a shortcut to the app inside your user startup folder, which forces Windows to launch it every time you sign in. This saves you time by making sure your favorite command tools are already open and waiting on your desktop the moment you reach your main screen after booting up.

1. Open Windows Terminal: Click the Start menu button (the Windows icon on the bottom left). Type Terminal in the search box. Click Windows Terminal to open it.
   

   

2. Open Terminal Settings: Click the small down arrow icon at the top of the Terminal window. Then choose Settings. You can also press Ctrl + , (comma) on your keyboard.
   

   

3. Go to the Startup tab: In the Settings window, click on the Startup tab on the left side.
4. Turn on "Launch on machine startup": Find the option called Launch on machine startup. Click the toggle switch to turn it On.
   

   

5. Save your changes: Click the Save button at the bottom right. Then close the Settings window.

That's it! Now, every time you turn on your computer and log in, Windows Terminal will open for you automatically.

Summary

• Opening Windows Terminal automatically saves time if you use it often.
• It makes sure your favorite Terminal settings are always ready when you log in.
• The steps are easy to follow and can be turned off anytime if you change your mind.

Windows Terminal auto startup saves you valuable time if you use command-line tools every day by getting your workspace ready before you even touch the mouse. The setup takes less than a minute, works reliably on every sign-in, and can be easily undone by removing the shortcut from your startup folder whenever you no longer need it.