The APT 3.0 package manager is getting a completely revamped UI with columnar display, support for colors, and much more.

Die-hard terminal emulator fans will be happy to learn that the upcoming #Ubuntu 24.10 and #Debian GNU/Linux 13 “Trixie” operating systems will feature a refined APT command-line interface (#CLI).

APT developer and Canonical engineer Julian Andres Klode took to LinkedIn to present the #revamped #APT #interface powered by the upcoming APT 3.0 package manager that looks to give users a more concise and well-laid-out command-line output when updating, installing, or removing packages via the #terminal emulator.

The new APT 3.0 UI brings a columnar display that will make it easier for users to quickly scan for a package name, support for colors (red for removals and green for other changes), which makes it easier to quickly distinguish commands at a glance, and smoother install progress bars using Unicode blocks.

https://9to5linux.com/ubuntu-24-10-and-debian-13-trixie-to-feature-a-refined-command-line-interface

Ubuntu 24.10 and Debian Trixie Are Getting a Refined APT Command-Line Interface - 9to5Linux

Ubuntu 24.10 and Debian GNU/Linux 13 will feature a refined command-line feel for the APT package manager with columnar display and colors.

^{Marius Nestor (9to5Linux)}