How to Change Text Color in the New Windows Terminal

Are you looking to personalize your new Windows Terminal by changing the text color? This guide will walk you through the process of modifying the text color in Windows Terminal, ensuring that your terminal matches your preferred aesthetic or enhances readability.

Step-by-Step Guide to Changing Text Color

To change the text color in the new Windows Terminal, follow these simple steps:

Open Windows Terminal: Launch the Windows Terminal application. You can find it in your Start menu or by searching for it. Access Settings: Click on the down arrow in the title bar next to the tabs and select Settings. This will open the settings file, typically in JSON format, or a graphical interface depending on your version. Select a Profile: In the settings, locate the profile you want to modify, such as PowerShell or Command Prompt. The profiles are listed in the left sidebar or within the JSON structure. Modify Colors: Graphical Interface: Under the Appearance section within the profile settings, you can change the Foreground color to set the text color. JSON Format: Within the JSON structure, you can add or modify the foreground property for the selected profile. For example:

Proper indentation is crucial in JSON, so be mindful of that when editing.

{ "name": "My Custom Profile", "commandLine": "powershell.exe", "colors": { "black": "#000000", "blue": "#0000FF", "green": "#008000", "cyan": "#00FFFF", "red": "#FF0000", "purple": "#800080", "brown": "#A52A2A", "lightgray": "#D3D3D3", "darkgray": "#A9A9A9", "lightblue": "#ADD8E6", "lightgreen": "#90EE90", "lightcyan": "#E0FFFF", "lightred": "#FFAAAA", "lightpurple": "#FF80FF", "yellow": "#FFFF00", "white": "#FFFFFF", "foreground": "#00FF00", "background": "#000000", "cursorColor": "#FFFFFF" } } } 

Save Changes: Make sure to save the settings file after making your changes. Restart Windows Terminal: Close and reopen Windows Terminal to see your changes take effect.

Additional Tips for Customization

Find Color Codes Online or Use Pickers: You can find color codes online or use color pickers to choose the exact shade you want for your text and background. Customize Background Colors and Other Appearance Settings: You can also customize the background colors and other appearance settings in the same way as you modify the text color. Test Color Schemes and Fonts: You can choose your color schemes using hexadecimal strings or a simple GUI in Windows Terminal. To do that, go to the Color schemes section on the left pane of the Settings window. Here, you can either select a built-in color scheme from the drop-down menu or create your own. Additionally, for testing, you can right-click on the window frame, select Properties, and then Colors to adjust the color scheme and fonts directly.

Conclusion

Now you know how to change the text color in the new Windows Terminal to suit your preferences or enhance your coding experience. Whether you're working with CMD, PowerShell, or WSL2, make your terminal a reflection of your personality and work environment. Happy coding!