Add a Custom ASCII Art Header and System Info to Your Windows CLI 👨‍💻

Want to give your Windows Command Line Interface (CLI) a bit of personality? With just one simple command, you can spice up your terminal with a custom ASCII art header and real-time system info that shows up every time you open it. It’s super easy to set up, and trust me, it looks way cooler than the default prompt.

If you're a coder, tech enthusiast, or just someone who spends a lot of time in the terminal, this small change will make it feel a lot more personal and fun. Plus, it gives you a quick snapshot of your system info every time you open it – no need to type extra commands. Pretty neat, right?


What is ASCII Art in CLI?

If you’re not familiar with it, ASCII art is basically pictures made out of text characters. Think of it as a throwback to the old days of computers when graphics were too expensive for regular use. In your CLI, it’s a cool way to add a little visual flair to your terminal. It’s like adding a personal touch that makes it look like you're working in a high-tech, customized environment.


Why Add System Info to Your CLI?

You’ve probably seen it in those classic hacker movies: a terminal with some cool commands, flashy colors, and – of course – some system info popping up at the top. It’s not just for looks, though. Having the OS version and system type displayed directly in your CLI can actually save you some time. No need to run extra commands just to check your system details. It’s all right there, every time you launch your terminal. Pretty efficient, right?


How to Set Up a Custom ASCII Art Header and System Info on Your Windows CLI

Setting it up is a breeze. Follow these steps, and you’ll be good to go:

  1. Open the Run Dialog: Hit Win + R to bring up the "Run" window.

  2. Launch Command Prompt: Type cmd and hit Enter to open the Command Prompt.

  3. Run This Command: Copy and paste the following command into your terminal and press Enter:

    echo @echo off^&color 0A^&title Hacker's Custom Windows Terminal^&cls^&echo. ^&echo. ██╗  ██╗ █████╗  ██████╗██╗  ██╗███████╗██████╗ ^&echo. ██║  ██║██╔══██╗██╔════╝██║ ██╔╝██╔════╝██╔══██╗ ^&echo. ███████║███████║██║     █████╔╝ █████╗  ██████╔╝ ^&echo. ██╔══██║██╔══██║██║     ██╔═██╗ ██╔══╝  ██╔══██╗ ^&echo. ██║  ██║██║  ██║╚██████╗██║  ██╗███████╗██║  ██║ ^&echo. ╚═╝  ╚═╝╚═╝  ╚═╝ ╚═════╝╚═╝  ╚═╝╚══════╝╚═╝  ╚═╝ ^&echo. ^&systeminfo ^| findstr /B /C:"OS Name" /C:"OS Version" /C:"System Type"^&echo. > "%UserProfile%\header.bat" && reg add "HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Command Processor" /v AutoRun /d "%UserProfile%\header.bat" /f



    What this does:

    • It sets your terminal’s title to "Hacker’s Custom Windows Terminal".
    • Adds your custom ASCII art header.
    • Displays your system info right at the top (like the OS name, version, and system type).

  4. Auto-Run the Script Every Time: The command will automatically load your custom header and system info whenever you open the Command Prompt. No extra work needed!


Result 👨‍💻:



Command to Uninstall the Header and Remove Startup Automation:

If you wanna remove this header and go back to the defult header you can just copy paste below command it will change it back to normal.
del "%UserProfile%\header.bat" && reg delete "HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Command Processor" /v AutoRun /f

Final Thoughts: 

It’s the little things that make a difference, right? This simple tweak adds some serious style to your Windows Command Prompt, and the best part is – it’s completely customizable! Change the ASCII art, add more system details, or even update it with a quote that pumps you up every time you start your workday.

So why stick with the default when you can make it your own? Try it out and let me know how it goes! 🤘 This version is written in a casual, human tone, perfect for a 24-year-old hacker or tech enthusiast who wants to share a cool trick without going overboard on the "hacker" theme. It’s designed to be friendly and engaging, while still offering solid, easy-to-follow advice.

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