Terminator als Linux-Alternative zu Windows Terminal (legacy)
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Terminator is a solid replacement for Windows Terminal (legacy) if you prioritize pane layout and terminal organization over shell variety. It handles multiple tabs, panes, Unicode, and color output reliably, and launches quickly. While it lacks built-in PowerShell or cmd integration, it works perfectly with bash, zsh, and other Linux shells. Its strength is in managing complex terminal workflows across panes, not in emulating Windows-specific environments. Best suited for Linux users who want efficient terminal workspace management.
- Lizenz
- GPL-3.0
- Preis
- Kostenlos
- Aktuelle Version
- 2.1.6
- Bewertung
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Was gleich funktioniert
- Supports multiple tabs and split panes in one window
- Displays Unicode and ANSI color codes correctly
- Allows mouse-free operation via customizable keyboard shortcuts
- Enables copy-paste and precise text selection
- Runs natively in GNOME, KDE, and other desktop environments
Was anders ist
- No built-in support for Windows shells like cmd or PowerShell
- Configuration is file-based (not GUI-first like Windows Terminal)
- Pane layout is more advanced, but tab management is less polished
- Session persistence works, but not as seamlessly as in Windows Terminal
- No JSON-based profile system; uses plain config files instead
Ihre Windows Terminal (legacy)-Dateien öffnen
Terminator does not read or export Windows Terminal (legacy) configuration files. Its settings are stored in ~/.config/terminator/config, a plain text file with a different structure. You cannot directly import profiles or keybindings. However, common settings like font, color schemes, and shell commands can be manually recreated. There is no automated migration path for configs.
Von Windows Terminal (legacy) zu Terminator wechseln – Schritt für Schritt
- Install Terminator via your package manager (e.g., sudo apt install terminator)
- Open Terminator and adjust font, colors, and default shell in Preferences
- Use Ctrl+Shift+O and Ctrl+Shift+E to split panes horizontally and vertically
- Edit ~/.config/terminator/config to customize keybindings and profiles
- Enable 'Remember window size and position' in preferences for session persistence
Wichtige Funktionen von Terminator
- Mehrere anpassbare Panes in einem einzelnen Fenster
- Tastenkürzel für die Navigation und Größenanpassung von Panes
- Konfigurierbare Profile und Farbschemata
- Sitzungsverwaltung über Neustarts hinweg
- Möglichkeit, Befehle gleichzeitig in allen Panes auszuführen
- Anpassbare Tastenkürzel über eine einfache Konfigurationsdatei
Terminator unter Linux installieren
sudo apt install terminatorsudo apt install terminatorsudo dnf install terminatorsudo pacman -S terminatorsudo zypper install terminatorHäufige Fragen
Can Terminator run PowerShell like Windows Terminal?
Only if you install PowerShell for Linux. It doesn't support Windows PowerShell natively, but works with PowerShell Core via snap or package.
Does Terminator support the same keyboard shortcuts?
No, but you can customize them in the config file. Default shortcuts differ; for example, Ctrl+Shift+E splits vertically.
Can I use Terminator in full-screen mode?
Yes. Press F11 or use your desktop environment's full-screen shortcut. Terminator integrates well with window managers.