Feature-rich terminal alternative for VS Code - use standalone or alongside the built-in terminal. Persistent tabs, clickable file paths, command automation, and more.
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Clickable file paths and URLs: Command/Ctrl+click any file path or URL in terminal output to open files in the editor, reveal directories in the explorer, or open links in your browser.
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Tab state persistence: Alterminal remembers your exact tab setup - which tabs existed, their names, what was active, and the visual buffer content.
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Drag & drop tab reordering: Easily reorganize your terminal tabs by dragging them to new positions - your preferred order persists across sessions.
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Saved commands: Save
npm run dev,docker-compose up, or any command you run constantly. Launch with one click instead of searching history or retyping. -
Template-based tab titles: Automatically show what's running (e.g., "Terminal • node" or "Build • npm"). Customize the format or set custom names that stick.
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Tab icon customization: Right-click any tab to set a custom icon (server, database, rocket, etc.) that persists across sessions.
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Buffer inspection: Right-click any tab to view its raw terminal content in an editor - useful for debugging or copying output.
A focused alternative for developers who run the same commands repeatedly and want their terminal setup to persist exactly as they left it.
- Access Alterminal: Click the terminal icon in the Activity Bar or use the Command Palette (
Ctrl+Shift+P→ "Show Alterminal") - Position Anywhere: Drag the panel to your preferred location - sidebar, secondary sidebar, or bottom panel
- Create Terminals: Use the toolbar buttons to create new terminals or launch saved commands
- Save Commands: Click the save button on any tab to save frequently used commands for quick access
- Customize Tabs: Right-click any tab to rename, set a custom icon, view its buffer, or close it
- Drag & Drop: Drop files directly into terminals or reorder tabs by dragging them
- VS Code 1.74.0 or higher
- No additional dependencies - Alterminal works with your system's default shell and any installed tools
Install from the VS Code Marketplace (search for "Alterminal"). For manual install: download a release .vsix and use the VS Code command: Extensions: Install from VSIX....
Issues and pull requests welcome on GitHub.
