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Ghostty

brew install --cask ghostty v1.3.1

Fast terminal emulator with native UI and GPU acceleration for macOS, Linux, and Windows.

Why you might care

Ghostty combines native platform UI (not Electron) with GPU acceleration for snappy performance, making it significantly faster than Kitty or iTerm2. Written in Zig, it prioritizes efficiency while offering modern features like ligature support and extensive configuration. Ideal for developers who want responsive terminal interactions without heavyweight dependencies.

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