liquidprompt
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Description:
Adaptive prompt for bash and zsh shells
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: shell prompt bash zsh developer-tools productivity
Install: brew install liquidprompt
About:
Liquidprompt is a dynamic prompt tool for bash and zsh that displays relevant context information at a glance. It intelligently adapts to show Git/SVN status, background job counts, execution time, and battery levels. This helps developers maintain focus and efficiency by reducing the need for manual status checks.
Key Features:
  • Context-aware shell prompts with Git/SVN integration
  • Performance optimized with asynchronous data fetching
  • Highly customizable via simple configuration files
  • Supports exit status, background jobs, and battery indicators
Use Cases:
  • Development workflow enhancement for version control users
  • System administration requiring quick environment status checks
Alternatives:
  • Starship – Cross-shell prompt with Rust-based performance and modular configuration
  • Powerlevel10k – Zsh-specific prompt with instant loading and wizard-based setup
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