Transparency & Blur
Tune window opacity and blur in Settings.
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
- A fully opaque terminal window can obscure desktop content behind it.
What ships with it
- Window opacity is adjustable from 30% to 100% in 5% increments.
- Blur and keep-above-normal-windows are separate settings.
- No per-tab or per-line transparency control is described.
Questions this answers
- What opacity range does Chau7 accept?
- Can I turn window blur off?
- Does the opacity slider affect terminal text only?
How it works
The Windows settings expose an opacity slider from 30 to 100 percent with five-point steps. The value applies to Chau7's terminal window.
A separate toggle controls the macOS visual-effect blur behind the window. Another setting controls whether Chau7 windows float above normal app windows.
These controls affect window presentation; they do not change the terminal's text colors or promise a specific graphics-performance improvement.
Why it matters
Window opacity and blur can help fit Chau7 into a desktop layout. The controls have a defined range, and blur can be turned off independently.
Frequently asked questions
What values does the opacity slider allow?
30% through 100%, in 5% steps.
Are blur and opacity the same setting?
No. Blur is a separate on/off setting from window opacity.
Can Chau7 stay above other windows?
The Windows settings include a separate keep-above-normal-windows toggle.