When you use the Settings UI or JSON option to modify the Windows Terminal global settings or individual profiles (Command Prompt, PowerShell, and WSL), the app saves the configuration into the Settings.json file, and every time you save changes, the app creates a backup automatically. If you are having issues with running the Windows Terminal after making configuration changes, you can always clear the contents or delete the file to reset the terminal settings to its default. In this guide, you will learn the different ways to reset the settings of the Windows Terminal app on Windows 10.
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Reset Windows Terminal settings clearing JSON file
To reset the settings of the Terminal app, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the Windows Terminal will regenerate the Settings.json file with the default settings as you save the file. Open JSON file Reset Windows Terminal settings
Reset Windows Terminal settings with commands
To delete the current settings and reload the default configuration of Windows Terminal, use these steps: After you complete the steps, the configuration will be deleted, and a new one will be created automatically with all the default settings the next time you open the app.
Reset Windows Terminal settings from File Explorer
To reset the Windows Terminal app to its default settings, use the steps: Once you complete the steps, the application will recreate the Settings.json file automatically with the default settings. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
