SSH Terminal

The Studio Terminal is a command-line tool in KOS Studio that allows you to connect directly to your device and execute SSH commands without using third-party software. Instead of manually configuring SSH tunneling with host and port information, the Studio Terminal provides seamless access to your connected devices directly within KOS Studio.

Key Features

  • Direct Device Access: Connect to your device’s command line without configuring external SSH clients or tunneling software, streamlining your workflow
  • Multiple Instances: Open several terminal windows simultaneously to run commands in parallel, monitor multiple processes, or work in different directories at once
  • Command Shortcuts: Execute common operations with a single click instead of typing repetitive commands, saving time on routine tasks like viewing logs or navigating directories
  • Customizable Text Size: Adjust font sizes from 10 to 32 points for optimal readability based on your screen size and preferences
  • Customizable Themes: Apply different colors to multiple terminal windows for instant visual identification, preventing confusion when managing several sessions
  • Offline Support: Continue working in your terminal even when disconnected from the server, ensuring uninterrupted access to your command history and interface
  • Persistent Settings: Your window names, themes, and text sizes are preserved when reconnecting, maintaining your personalized workspace setup

Accessing the Studio Terminal

Opening the Tool

  1. Log into the KOS studio.
  2. Once logged in, KOS Studio displays my images and connection manager windows.
  3. Select the running image/device from the connection manager window to start a tool.
  4. Find the Active Tools section
  5. Click + Start New Tool
  6. Select Studio Terminal from the dropdown menu
  7. Choose a theme for your terminal window (optional)

Working with Multiple Terminals

You can open multiple Studio Terminal instances for the same running image, which is useful for running parallel operations or monitoring different processes simultaneously.

Managing Multiple Instances

  • Each instance can be renamed individually by clicking the edit icon on the connection manager to help you distinguish between them
  • Each terminal can have a different theme for easy visual identification
  • Custom names, themes, and text size settings are preserved when you replay an image after it becomes inactive

Using the Studio Terminal

Command Prompt

When connected, the Studio Terminal displays a standard SSH command prompt where you can:

  • Enter any SSH command and press Enter to execute
  • Receive output and responses just as you would in a traditional Studio Terminal
  • Interact with the device’s file system and processes

Command Shortcuts

The Studio Terminal includes a shortcuts menu for frequently used operations, eliminating the need to type common commands repeatedly.

Available Shortcuts

  1. Open log folder – Navigate to the logs directory
  2. Tail Java Logs – Monitor Java log files in real-time
  3. Tail Chrome logs – Monitor Chrome log files in real-time
  4. Tail System Logs – Monitor system log files in real-time
  5. Directory Listing – Display contents of the current directory
  6. Home Directory – Navigate to the home directory
  7. Clear Terminal – Clear the terminal screen
  8. Increase Font Size – Make text larger
  9. Decrease Font Size – Make text smaller

Using Shortcuts

  1. Locate the Command menu (collapsible/expandable)
  2. Click to expand the menu
  3. Select your desired shortcut
  4. The command executes immediately and the menu collapses automatically

Adjusting Text Size

The Studio Terminal allows you to customize text size for comfortable viewing and readability.

Available Text Sizes

10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 22, 24, 28, and 32 points

Changing Text Size

  1. Locate the Text Size menu (collapsible/expandable)
  2. Click to expand the menu
  3. Select your desired size
  4. The new size applies immediately and the menu collapses automatically

Tip: You can also use the “Increase Font Size” and “Decrease Font Size” shortcuts from the Command menu for quick adjustments.

Customizing Themes

The Studio Terminal offers six color themes to help you visually distinguish between multiple terminal windows or match your viewing preferences.

Available Themes

  1. Light
  2. Dark
  3. Aqua
  4. Grass
  5. Red Sands
  6. Ocean

Applying a Theme

  1. Locate the Theme menu (collapsible/expandable)
  2. Click to expand the menu
  3. Select your desired theme
  4. The theme applies immediately to the entire window
  5. The menu automatically collapses after selection

Tip: Assign different themes to multiple terminal instances to instantly identify which session you’re working in, especially when running complex multi-terminal operations.

Quick Tips

  • Use command shortcuts for repetitive tasks like tailing logs or navigating to common directories
  • Name your terminals descriptively when running multiple instances (e.g., “Java Logs”, “File System”, “Build Process”)
  • Apply different themes to multiple terminals to avoid accidentally typing commands in the wrong session
  • Adjust text size based on the amount of information you need to see at once—smaller for dense output, larger for focused reading
  • Keep connections active to maintain uninterrupted SSH access to your devices