How to Open Windows Terminal Automatically When You Start Windows 11
Windows Terminal automatically starts when you boot up Windows 11 by adding it to your startup programs.
Windows Terminal is a handy app that lets you use different command-line tools, like Command Prompt and PowerShell, all in one place with tabs. It’s faster and more modern than older command windows.
Setting it to open automatically means your command-line tools are ready the second your computer starts. This saves you the trouble of clicking to open it every time, especially if you use tools like PowerShell or the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) often.
You can get this set up quickly, often in just a few clicks. Once configured, Windows Terminal will launch right after Windows 11 finishes starting.
Open Windows Terminal, go to Settings, select the Startup tab, and toggle “Launch on machine startup” to On. Click Save to apply the changes.
What is Windows Terminal?
Windows Terminal is a handy app for Windows 11 that puts useful tools like Command Prompt and PowerShell all in one window. It’s a place where you can run commands and scripts, and you can even change how it looks and which tool opens first.
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
You can easily set Windows Terminal to open automatically every time you sign in to Windows 11. This means your command tools are ready to go as soon as you log in, which saves time if you use Windows Terminal a lot. Setting up Windows Terminal auto startup is straightforward.
- Open Windows Terminal: Click the Start menu button (the Windows icon on the bottom left). Type
Terminalin the search box. Click Windows Terminal to open it.
Open the Windows Terminal app - 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.
Windows Terminal Settings - Go to the Startup tab: In the Settings window, click on the Startup tab on the left side.
- Turn on “Launch on machine startup”: Find the option called Launch on machine startup. Click the toggle switch to turn it On.
Toggle launch on startup - 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 opening automatically when you start Windows 11 saves you time if you use Windows Terminal frequently. This feature ensures your preferred Windows Terminal settings are always ready when you log in. The setup is easy, and you can turn the automatic opening off anytime if you change your mind.
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