How to Make Warp’s UI More Minimal

1. Start with the Command Palette

Open the Command Palette:

  • Mac: Cmd + P

  • Windows/Linux: Ctrl + Shift + P

From here, type “Disable” to see a full list of UI toggles. Warp will surface options that let you quickly hide features and visual elements.


2. Key UI Toggles to Disable

Inline & AI Features

  • Disable Auto Suggestions → removes inline code hints.

  • Disable Active AI → hides the ghost prompt that suggests agent queries.

  • Disable Completion Menu → prevents popup completions from appearing.

  • Disable Voice Input → hides the microphone icon.

Interface & Layout

  • Disable Block Dividers → removes the horizontal lines between commands.

  • Disable Tab Indicators → hides the colored status markers across your tab bar.

  • Disable Dimming Inactive Panes → keeps all split panes at equal brightness.

  • Disable VIM Status Bar → removes the VIM indicator if you’re not using VIM mode.


3. Choose a Simpler Theme

Visual noise can come from colors too. Try switching to a calmer theme from the Command Palette:

  1. Open the palette again (Cmd + P)

  2. Type “Theme”

  3. Pick one with softer tones — for example:

    • Adeberry → calm, gray, minimal aesthetic

    • Classic Dark → familiar and focused

A consistent neutral palette makes Warp feel lighter and easier on the eyes.


4. Switch to the Classic Prompt

Warp’s Universal Prompt is great for AI workflows — it supports:

  • Slash commands

  • Voice input

  • Image context

  • Agent Mode

But if you just want a terminal that behaves like a classic shell, switch to the Classic Prompt:

  1. Open the Command Palette → search “Prompt”

  2. Choose Classic Prompt

  3. (Optional) Open the Prompt Customizer to toggle chips:

    • Keep only what you need (e.g., file path)

    • Hide everything else (branch name, context icons, etc.)

This instantly gives Warp a retro, text-first look — no clutter, no distractions.


5. Reduce Tab Bar Visibility

You can make the tab bar appear only when you hover:

  • Open the Settings → Appearance

  • Enable “Show Tabs on Hover”

This keeps your workspace focused while still letting you access tabs when needed.

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