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Console

The Console is a fundamental component in PowerEdit, essential for developers working with command-line tools and frameworks such as Flask, Django, or Node.js.

Features

  • Command Execution
    You can run shell commands directly through the input field located at the bottom of the editor interface.

  • Stop Active Processes
    To stop a running command (such as a server), simply press Ctrl+C inside the console input.

  • Open Live Preview Links
    When working with frameworks that launch a local server (like Flask), the console automatically detects and makes links clickable.
    → Try it out with Live Preview

  • Theme Integration
    The console automatically adapts to the current color theme for a seamless visual experience.

Notes

  • ⚠️ In Development:
    Full support for standard shell commands is still under development. The goal is to make the console behave like a native Windows or Unix terminal.

  • 🧱 Modular Layout Coming Soon:
    In future versions, both the Console and the File Explorer will become modular components, allowing you to dock and position them anywhere in the editor layout.

💡 If you're interested in customizing the Console behavior or layout, you can edit the source code of PowerEdit.
→ Download it from the GitHub repository or directly through the app via Help → Download Source Code.