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Ghostty: A Fast, Feature-Rich Terminal Emulator for All Platforms 👻

Table of Contents

• Overview
• Features
• Installation
• Usage
• Customization
• Contributing
• License
• Contact

Overview

Ghostty is a terminal emulator designed to be fast and efficient. It utilizes the native user interface of your platform, ensuring a seamless experience whether you are on Windows, macOS, or Linux. With GPU acceleration, Ghostty delivers smooth performance and quick rendering, making it suitable for developers and casual users alike.

Features

• Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
• Native UI: Adapts to the look and feel of your operating system.
• GPU Acceleration: Enhances performance and responsiveness.
• Customizable Themes: Choose from a variety of themes to suit your style.
• Keyboard Shortcuts: Boost your productivity with customizable shortcuts.
• Multi-Tab Support: Manage multiple sessions easily with tabbed browsing.
• Scripting Support: Automate tasks with scripting capabilities.

Installation

To install Ghostty, visit the Releases section. Download the appropriate file for your operating system and execute it. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Windows

1. Download the Windows installer from the Releases page.
2. Run the installer and follow the prompts.

macOS

1. Download the macOS package from the Releases page.
2. Open the downloaded file and drag Ghostty to your Applications folder.

Linux

1. Download the Linux package from the Releases page.
2. Extract the package and run the installation script.

Usage

Once installed, you can launch Ghostty from your applications menu or by typing ghostty in your terminal. The interface is user-friendly and intuitive.

Basic Commands

• Open a New Tab: Press Ctrl + T (or Cmd + T on macOS).
• Close a Tab: Press Ctrl + W (or Cmd + W on macOS).
• Switch Tabs: Use Ctrl + Tab to navigate through open tabs.

Customization

Ghostty allows users to customize their experience extensively. You can change themes, adjust font sizes, and modify keyboard shortcuts to fit your workflow.

Change Theme

1. Go to the settings menu.
2. Select the “Appearance” tab.
3. Choose your preferred theme from the dropdown list.

Keyboard Shortcuts

1. Navigate to the settings menu.
2. Click on “Shortcuts.”
3. Modify existing shortcuts or add new ones as needed.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you want to improve Ghostty, follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix.
3. Make your changes and commit them.
4. Push your changes to your forked repository.
5. Open a pull request with a clear description of your changes.

License

Ghostty is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for more details.

Contact

For questions or support, please open an issue in the repository or contact the maintainers directly.

Explore more about Ghostty and its features on the Releases page.