What is Contour FOR LINUX?

Contour

Contour is a terminal emulator app that works on Windows, macOS, and most Linux distributions. While all Linux systems come with their own terminal apps, many users find themselves wanting something more. Contour really delivers on that front!

Why Choose Contour?

This app is not just any terminal emulator; it’s designed for those who want an upgraded experience. As its GitHub page says, it's "a modern and actually fast, modal, virtual terminal emulator for everyday use." Sounds cool, right?

Compatible Across Platforms

One of the best parts? You can use Contour on all major operating systems including Windows 10/11, macOS, and even FreeBSD! So whether you’re at home or work, you’re covered.

Amazing Features to Explore

• GPU-Accelerated Rendering: This means everything looks smooth and sharp.


• High-DPI Support: Perfect for those super high-resolution displays!


• Font Ligatures: Makes your text look nicer.


• Unicode & Emoji Support: Yes, you can use all the cool emojis!


• Synchronized Rendering: Helps keep everything in line as you type.

User-Friendly Design

If you're using Windows or KDE, you'll love the cool blurred effects for your backgrounds. Plus, there are loads of customization options available like keyboard shortcuts and color schemes to match your style.

A Terminal Like No Other

The list doesn't stop there! Contour also features clickable hyperlinks via OSC 8 and supports inline images with sixel. There's even a built-in progress bar inspired by Fira Code to keep track of tasks.

Your Go-To Terminal Emulator

If you've been using basic terminal emulators that come pre-installed with your Linux distro, it’s time to give Contour a try. It's definitely impressive compared to standard options!

Get Started Today!

If you want to learn more about how to set up Contour or build it from source, check out the app's official GitHub repository.

How Download Works

Go to the Softpas website, press the 'Downloads' button, and pick the app you want to download and install—easy and fast!