Tilix & Neofetch Branded Terminal Setup

Title: Tilix Terminal Setup with Branded Header (Ubuntu 22.04)
Category: Linux Customization
Date: June 4, 2025

Tilix Terminal Setup with Branded Header (Ubuntu 22.04)

If you're looking to upgrade from the default GNOME Terminal on Ubuntu, Tilix offers a tiled terminal experience with support for Nerd Fonts, transparency, and persistent sessions. This guide walks through installing Tilix and customizing your terminal with a branded system info header.

Step 1: Install Tilix

sudo apt update
sudo apt install tilix -y

Step 2: Make Tilix Your Default Terminal

Run the following:

sudo update-alternatives --config x-terminal-emulator

Use the arrow keys to select Tilix, then press Enter.

Step 3: Install Nerd Fonts (Optional)

To fully enjoy custom prompts or themes like Starship, you'll want a Nerd Font installed on your host machine:

Visit https://www.nerdfonts.com/font-downloads
Download FiraCode Nerd Font or Hack Nerd Font
Install it on your host OS
In Tilix:
Preferences → Default Profile → Text → Enable Custom Font
Select your installed Nerd Font

Step 4: Add a System Info Banner with Neofetch

Install Neofetch:

sudo apt install neofetch -y

Then edit your ~/.bashrc file:

nano ~/.bashrc

Add this line at the end:

neofetch

Save and apply:

source ~/.bashrc

You’ll now see a clean, branded system header every time you open your terminal!

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Summary

Tilix offers a modern, split-pane terminal experience
Neofetch adds a professional system info banner
You can easily integrate with fonts, themes, and shell enhancements