How to Open htop with Processes Hidden

htop is a powerful command-line tool used to monitor system processes in Linux. It provides a more user-friendly and interactive interface compared to the traditional top command. In this article, we will learn how to open htop with processes hidden, allowing you to focus on specific information without distractions.

To open htop with processes hidden, follow the steps below:

1. Open a terminal by clicking on the terminal icon in the system toolbar or by pressing Ctrl+Alt+T on your keyboard.
2. Type the following command and press Enter:

   $ htop

By default, htop displays all processes running on your system. However, you can hide certain processes to focus on specific information.

To hide processes in htop, follow these steps:

1. Once you have opened htop, press the F2 key on your keyboard. This will open the setup menu.
2. Use the arrow keys to navigate to the "Display options" section and press Enter.
3. In the "Display options" menu, navigate to the "Hide userland threads" option and press the spacebar to toggle it on (the option should be marked with an asterisk).
4. Press F10 or use the arrow keys to navigate to the "Quit" option and press Enter to exit the setup menu.

After following these steps, htop will no longer display userland threads, which are lightweight processes associated with a particular application. This can help declutter the htop interface and provide a clearer view of the system processes you are interested in.

Remember, htop is a dynamic tool, and you can always adjust its settings to suit your needs. Feel free to explore other options in the setup menu to further customize htop's display.

Now that you know how to open htop with processes hidden, you can efficiently monitor system processes without unnecessary distractions. Enjoy exploring the capabilities of htop!

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