Guake/guake — Drop-down terminal for GNOME

Description and use

Guake is a lightweight, drop‑down terminal emulator designed for the GNOME desktop environment. It provides quick, keyboard‑triggered access to a fully functional terminal that slides down from the top of the screen, making it ideal for developers and power users who need an always‑available command line. The project is open‑source, actively maintained, and easily customizable through plugins and configuration options.

Problem

Guake/guake may be useful when its README and activity match a concrete workflow.

Outcome

Medium: useful for prototypes or internal workflows, with dependency and maintenance checks before production.

Evidence

Drop-down terminal for GNOME

Source