Lethal Company: Best terminal.cfg for Terminal Efficiency

The primary goal for Lethal Company Terminal optimization is Input Latency and Text Rendering Speed. The default terminal has a deliberate “typewriter” delay that adds flavor but slows down professional play. This configuration focuses on removing that delay, enabling “Instant-Open” functionality, and ensuring that terminal commands can be executed with minimal keystrokes (e.g., typing “c” instead of “confirm”).

Hardware Compatibility & Expectations

• The Unity Terminal UI: The terminal is a world-space UI element. On lower-end CPUs, the text rendering can actually cause a slight FPS drop.
• Mod Dependency: To access these specific configuration tweaks, you must have BepInEx installed along with terminal-specific plugins.
• Resolution Scaling: If you use the HDlethalCompany mod, ensure your terminal font size is adjusted in the config to remain readable at 1440p or 4K.

File Location

Once you have installed the necessary terminal mods, your configuration file will be located in the BepInEx folder:

[Steam Install Path]\Lethal Company\BepInEx\config\TerminalApi.cfg (Note: If using ‘FastTerminal’, the file will be named FastTerminal.cfg)

Technical Configuration (Code Block)

Modify the following parameters within your terminal configuration file to maximize ship-op efficiency:

[TerminalSettings]
# Speed and Responsiveness
TextSpeed = 0.0                 ; 0.0 = Instant text display (removes typewriter effect)
ClearTerminalOnOpen = true      ; Keeps the screen clean for every use
InstantTerminalOpen = true      ; Bypasses the "opening" animation

# Efficiency and Shorthand
EnableShorthand = true          ; Allows "c" for confirm and "d" for deny
AutoConfirmPurchases = false    ; Keep false for safety, or true for speedrunners
TerminalHistorySize = 50        ; Number of previous commands saved (use arrow keys)

# Visuals
TerminalFontSize = 20           ; Adjust for high-res monitors to prevent squinting
TerminalTextColor = #00FF00     ; Classic Green (or set to #FFFFFF for max contrast)

Strategy for Terminal Efficiency

To become the ultimate Ship Operator and save your team from certain death:

• Instant Text Display: By setting TextSpeed to 0.0, you remove the simulated typing speed. This allows you to see the “Radar Map” and “Store” results immediately, which is vital when a crewmate is being chased by a Thumper.
• Command History: Use the Up/Down Arrow Keys. By increasing the TerminalHistorySize, you can quickly cycle back to the “View Monitor” or “Scan” commands without re-typing them every 10 seconds.
• Shorthand Mastery: With EnableShorthand active, you can buy items in rapid succession. Instead of typing Flashlight -> Confirm, you simply type fla -> c. This can save the entire mission budget in the final seconds before the ship leaves.

Key Performance Parameters

Parameter	Recommended Value	Impact
TextSpeed	0.0	Removes the delay between entering a command and seeing the result.
InstantTerminalOpen	true	Eliminates the 0.5s transition animation when accessing the terminal.
ClearTerminalOnOpen	true	Prevents old text from cluttering the screen and distracting the Op.
TerminalHistorySize	50	Allows for rapid recall of complex commands like “Transmit [Message]”.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Conclusion and Expected Results

By manually refining your terminal.cfg to prioritize instant feedback and shorthand execution, you are transforming the ship’s terminal into a high-speed command center. You can expect faster store transactions, immediate radar updates, and a significantly higher survival rate for your crew as you guide them through the most dangerous moons.