TermVisage is a terminal image viewer and browser built on the term-image Python library. It allows users to inspect individual images or navigate collections without leaving their terminal emulator.
The application offers both command-line operation and an interactive interface. A single image can be displayed directly, while selecting multiple files or directories opens a navigable browser. Images can be loaded from local storage or remote URLs, making the utility suitable for inspecting graphics during everyday shell work.
TermVisage adapts image rendering to the capabilities of the terminal emulator. Where supported, it uses dedicated graphics protocols for high-resolution output. Other terminals can display images using Unicode characters and truecolour sequences. The program also handles animated images, with controls for viewing collections and customising navigation.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Display individual images or browse collections through an interactive terminal interface.
- Support Kitty and iTerm2 graphics protocols, with Unicode and truecolour rendering as alternatives.
- Automatically select an appropriate image rendering style for the terminal.
- Open local image files and images specified by URL.
- Browse directories recursively, including nested image collections.
- Generate thumbnails efficiently with configurable thumbnail settings.
- Arrange images in adjustable grids.
- Display animated GIF, APNG and WebP images with continuous looping.
- Provide context-sensitive controls and interactive help.
- Customise keyboard shortcuts and other application settings, including Vim-style navigation.
- Support shell completion for command-line arguments.
- Cross-platform support – runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows, with limited functionality on Windows.
Website: github.com/AnonymouX47/termvisage
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Developer: Toluwaleke Ogundipe
License: MIT License
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