kubecolor
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Description:
Colorize your kubectl output
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 0.5.3@0  |  Tracked Since: Nov 3, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: kubernetes cli developer-tools productivity color
Install: brew install kubecolor
About:
Kubecolor is a command-line utility that applies syntax highlighting and color formatting to kubectl output. It parses standard kubectl responses and renders them in a more readable, visually distinct format. This enhances developer productivity by making complex Kubernetes resource manifests and status tables easier to scan and interpret.
Key Features:
  • Automatic syntax highlighting for YAML and JSON output
  • Color-coded status indicators for resources (e.g., Running, Pending)
  • Supports most kubectl subcommands and output formats
  • Configurable color schemes via environment variables
Use Cases:
  • Improving readability of 'kubectl get' lists in daily operations
  • Debugging complex resource configurations with colorized YAML
  • Enhancing terminal dashboards and monitoring scripts
Alternatives:
  • kubectx – Focuses on switching contexts/namespaces, whereas kubecolor focuses on output formatting.
  • k9s – A full terminal UI, while kubecolor is a wrapper strictly for the kubectl CLI.
Version History
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Nov 3, 2025 5:34pm 0 VERSION_BUMP c5b44240
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