add configuration wizard tips

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romkatv 5 years ago
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@ -111,7 +111,7 @@ Powerlevel10k can produce the same prompt as [Pure](https://github.com/sindresor
![Powerlevel10k Pure Style](
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/romkatv/powerlevel10k-media/master/pure-style.gif)
You can still use Powerlevel10k features such as [transient Prompt](#transient-prompt) or
You can still use Powerlevel10k features such as [transient prompt](#transient-prompt) or
[instant Prompt](#instant-prompt) when sporting Pure style.
To customize prompt, edit `~/.p10k.zsh`. Powerlevel10k doesn't recognize Pure configuration
@ -178,7 +178,7 @@ prompt when accepting a command line.
Transient prompt makes it much easier to copy-paste series of commands from the terminal scrollback.
*Tip*: If you enable Transient Prompt, take advantage of two-line prompt. You'll get the benefit of
*Tip*: If you enable transient prompt, take advantage of two-line prompt. You'll get the benefit of
extra space for typing commands without the usual drawback of reduced scrollback density.
### Current directory that just works
@ -447,6 +447,18 @@ Powerlevel10k is released under the
## FAQ
### Which aspects of shell and terminal does Powerlevel10k affect?
Powerlevel10k defines prompt and nothing else. It sets prompt-related options (their names start
`prompt`), and parameters `PS1` and `RPS1`.
Powerlevel10k does not affect:
- Terminal window title.
- Colors used by `ls`.
- Command line colors (syntax highlighting).
- Prompt parameters other than `PS1` and `RPS1`.
### I'm using Powerlevel9k with Oh My Zsh. How do I migrate?
1. Run this command:
@ -769,6 +781,39 @@ Almost. There are a few differences.
If you notice any other changes in prompt appearance when switching from Powerlevel9k to
Powerlevel10k, please [open an issue](https://github.com/romkatv/powerlevel10k/issues).
### What is the best prompt style in the configuration wizard?
There are as many opinions on what constitutes the best prompt as there are people. It mostly comes
down to personal preference. There are, however, a few hidden implications of different choices.
Pure style is an exact replication of [Pure Zsh theme](https://github.com/sindresorhus/pure). It
exists to ease the migration for users of this theme. Unless you are one of them, choose Lean
style over Pure.
If you want to confine prompt colors to the selected terminal color palette (say, *Solarized Dark*),
use *Rainbow*, *Lean**8 colors* or *Pure**Original*. Other styles use fixed colors and thus
look the same in any terminal color palette.
If you enable transient prompt, take advantage of two-line prompt. You'll get the benefit of
extra space for typing commands without the usual drawback of reduced scrollback density. Having
all commands start from the same offset is also nice.
Similarly, if you enable transient prompt, sparse prompt (with an empty line before prompt) is a
great choice.
If you are using vi keymap, choose prompt with `prompt_char` in it (shown as green `` in the
wizard). This symbol changes depending on vi mode: ``, ``, ``, `▶` for insert, command, visual
and replace mode respectively. When a command fails, the symbol turns red. *Lean* style always has
`prompt_char` in it. *Rainbow* and *Classic* styles have it only in the two-line configuration
without left frame.
If you value horizontal space or prefer minimalist aesthetics, disable *current time* and use *few
icons*. The extra icons enabled by the *many icons* option primarily serve decorative function.
Informative icons, such as background job indicator, will be shown either way.
*Note*: You can run configuration wizard as many times as you like. Type `p10k configure` to try new
prompt style.
### Is there an AUR package for Powerlevel10k?
Yes, [zsh-theme-powerlevel10k-git](https://aur.archlinux.org/packages/zsh-theme-powerlevel10k-git/).
@ -787,6 +832,9 @@ custom background color (`#171A1B` instead of `#2E3436` -- twice as dark).
![GNOME Terminal Color Settings](
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/romkatv/powerlevel10k-media/master/gnome-terminal-colors.png)
Syntax highlighting, where present, was provided by [zsh-syntax-highlighting](
https://github.com/zsh-users/zsh-syntax-highlighting).
## Troubleshooting
### Question mark in prompt

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