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Windows Terminal Preview
Windows Terminal is a modern terminal application for users of command line tools and shells like Command Prompt, PowerShell, and Windows Subsystem for Linux…
Version 1.17.10234.0 · by Microsoft Corporation
Official site: github.com
About Windows Terminal Preview
Windows Terminal is a modern terminal application for users of command line tools and shells like Command Prompt, PowerShell, and Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL).
Its main features include multiple tabs, panes, Unicode and UTF-8 character support, a GPU accelerated text rendering engine, and the ability to create your own themes and customize text, colors, backgrounds, and shortcut key bindings.
How to install Windows Terminal Preview
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With the Windows Package Manager (winget) you can install and update it with: winget install Microsoft.WindowsTerminal.Preview
- Open Windows Terminal Preview once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Windows Terminal Preview free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to github.com, the developer's official site, where Windows Terminal Preview is available to download. Softvault doesn't host or modify any files.
What is the latest version of Windows Terminal Preview?
The version listed here is 1.17.10234.0. The developer's site always has the newest release.
How do I install Windows Terminal Preview from the command line?
With the Windows Package Manager (winget), run: winget install Microsoft.WindowsTerminal.Preview. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Windows Terminal Preview safe?
Windows Terminal Preview downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.