How Do I Go Back to Terminal in Linux?
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How do I switch to terminal?

Switch to Console mode

  1. Use the Ctrl-Alt-F1 shortcut keys to switch to the first console.
  2. To switch back to Desktop mode, use the Ctrl-Alt-F7 shortcut keys.

How do you enter terminal mode in Linux?

Press CTRL + ALT + F1 or any other function (F) key up to F7 , which takes you back to your “GUI” terminal. These should drop you into a text-mode terminal for each different function key. Basically hold down SHIFT as you boot up to get the Grub menu.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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