WINDOW MODES

Fullscreen Mode

Use terminal sessions in a macOS full-screen window.

Availability

Implemented in the stable source; configuration and compatibility limits are described below.

Reviewed against stable v0.5.1. Rust candidate additions are labeled separately. Release status.

The pain this solves

  • Terminal work sometimes needs the full available display area.

What ships with it

  • Uses standard macOS full-screen window transitions.
  • Includes an option to keep the toolbar visible in full screen.

Questions this answers

  • Does Chau7 support macOS full screen?
  • Can I keep the toolbar visible in full screen?
  • Is full screen a custom display mode?

How it works

Chau7's windows participate in the standard macOS full-screen transition. The app handles window lifecycle and terminal layout during entry and exit.

Windows settings include an Always Show Toolbar in Fullscreen option. When enabled, the toolbar remains visible in the app's full-screen window.

This is macOS full-screen behavior with a toolbar preference, not a separate custom resolution or multi-display mode.

Why it matters

Full-screen mode gives a terminal session more room on a display, while the toolbar preference controls whether app controls remain visible.

Frequently asked questions

Does Chau7 use standard macOS full screen?

Yes. Its app windows handle the standard full-screen transition.

Can I keep the toolbar visible?

Yes. Enable Always Show Toolbar in Fullscreen in Windows settings.