Replaces standard terminal emulators with a GPU-based renderer to minimize input latency and CPU usage. It supports a sophisticated tiling system and allows for extensive customization via Python scripts.
Tech Stack
PythonOS & Utilities
Why kitty?
• Ultra-low input latency
• Native support for images in terminal
• Highly efficient resource usage
Limitations
• No native Windows support
• Configuration via text file only
• Steep learning curve for advanced features
3/6/2026
Last Update
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Forks
19
Issues
GPL-3.0
License
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