Terminator is a powerful terminal emulator for Linux that allows users to manage multiple terminal sessions in one window. In this guide, we will walk through the steps to install and use Terminator on Ubuntu 20.04.

Step 1: Update Your System

Before installing any software, it’s a good idea to ensure your system is up to date:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Step 2: Install Terminator

You can install Terminator using the following command:

sudo apt install -y terminator

Step 3: Launch Terminator

Once the installation is complete, you can launch Terminator from the terminal by typing:

terminator

You can also find it in your application menu under the name "Terminator."

Step 4: Using Terminator

Terminator allows you to split your terminal window into multiple panes. To split the window vertically, right-click in the terminal and select Split Vertically. For horizontal splitting, select Split Horizontally.

Step 5: Customizing Terminator

You can customize the appearance of Terminator by accessing the preferences. Right-click in the terminal and select Preferences. Here, you can change colors, fonts, and other settings to suit your workflow.

Step 6: Using Terminator Shortcuts

Familiarize yourself with some useful keyboard shortcuts:

• Ctrl + Shift + E: Split terminal vertically
• Ctrl + Shift + O: Split terminal horizontally
• Ctrl + Shift + W: Close the current terminal
• Ctrl + Shift + T: Open a new tab

Conclusion

You have successfully installed and learned how to use Terminator terminal emulator on Ubuntu 20.04. This tool can significantly enhance your productivity by allowing you to manage multiple terminal sessions efficiently.

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