Introduction
In this article, we will explore a peculiar issue that some users have reported experiencing on their recently installed Windows 11 systems. Specifically, we will focus on the case where the Command Prompt (CMD) terminal window's transparency background settings make the contents visible, which can be distracting and hinder readability.
Understanding the Issue
The Command Prompt (CMD) is a powerful tool in Windows that allows users to execute commands and scripts. With the release of Windows 11, Microsoft introduced a new transparency feature for the CMD terminal window, which can be adjusted to make the window more or less opaque. However, some users have reported that even with the transparency setting adjusted, the contents of the window are still visible, making it difficult to read the text.
The Cause of the Issue
The issue is caused by the way that Windows 11 handles transparency in the CMD terminal window. When the transparency setting is adjusted, the window's background becomes semi-transparent, allowing the user to see through it to the desktop or other windows behind it. However, the contents of the window, such as the text and command prompt, are not affected by the transparency setting and remain fully visible.
Solving the Issue
Fortunately, there are several ways to solve this issue and make the contents of the CMD terminal window invisible when the transparency setting is adjusted. Here are some possible solutions:
Solution 1: Adjust the Transparency Setting
The first solution is to adjust the transparency setting so that it is not as transparent. This can be done by right-clicking on the title bar of the CMD terminal window and selecting Properties. From there, navigate to the Colors tab and adjust the Opacity slider to a lower setting. This will make the window more opaque, making the contents less visible.
Solution 2: Use a Third-Party Terminal Emulator
Another solution is to use a third-party terminal emulator that supports transparency and handles it differently than the default CMD terminal window. Some popular third-party terminal emulators include ConEmu, MobaXterm, and Git Bash. These terminal emulators often have more advanced features and better transparency handling than the default CMD terminal window.
Solution 3: Use a Dark Theme
A third solution is to use a dark theme for Windows 11. When a dark theme is used, the contents of the CMD terminal window will be less visible, even with the transparency setting adjusted. To change the theme in Windows 11, go to Settings > Personalization > Colors and select a dark theme.
In this article, we explored the issue of the contents of the CMD terminal window being visible when the transparency setting is adjusted in Windows 11. We discussed the cause of the issue and provided several solutions to solve it. By adjusting the transparency setting, using a third-party terminal emulator, or using a dark theme, users can make the contents of the CMD terminal window invisible and improve readability.
References
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Microsoft. (2021). Command prompt. https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/command-prompt-bda9311e-87d3-464f-a28e-8806181a94da
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Microsoft. (2021). Personalize your PC. https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/personalize-your-pc-5c6cf2a0-d5b4-4ae2-a7ff-e8ba4c33bc14
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ConEmu. (2021). ConEmu -
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MobaXterm. (2021). MobaXterm - your terminal with X11 server, SSH client, SFTP client and more. https://mobaxterm.mobatek.net/
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Git Bash. (2021). Git for Windows. https://gitforwindows.org/
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- Online resources