Awesome VS Code Terminal Setup

Step 1: Install the Latest PowerShell

Download and install the latest version of PowerShell from the official website or windows store.

Step 2: Configure PowerShell as the Default Terminal

Go to Settings > Startup, set Default Profile to PowerShell, and set Default Terminal Application to Windows Terminal.

Step 3: Install Starship Prompt

Run the following commands to install Starship:

winget search starship

winget install starship

Step 4: Update PowerShell Profile to Use Starship

Open your PowerShell profile in Notepad by running:

notepad $PROFILE

This opens the profile file located at C:\Users\Thapa\Documents\PowerShell\Microsoft.PowerShell_profile.

Add the following line to initialize Starship in PowerShell:

Invoke-Expression (&starship init powershell)

Step 5: Install Nerd Fonts for Icons

Download and install a Nerd Font from Nerd Fonts, such as JetBrainsMono Nerd Font.

Change the Powershell Font (I miss this step in video) - Terminal Settings > Go below Profiles and see PowerShell and click on it > Appearance > Font Face > Choose the font you want

In VS Code, go to Settings > Terminal and search for Integrated: Font Family. Set the font family to "JetBrainsMono Nerd Font" for enhanced icons.

Step 6: Add Icons to PowerShell

Install the Terminal Icons module by running:

Install-Module -Name Terminal-Icons -Repository PSGallery

Open your PowerShell profile again (notepad $PROFILE) and add:

Import-Module -Name Terminal-Icons

Now you’re all set! This setup will give your VS Code terminal an awesome, modern look with useful icons and a stylish prompt.