How to Find the WSL Config File?

The configuration file for Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is located in a hidden folder within your user profile. You can find it by following these steps:

1. Open File Explorer: Navigate to your user profile folder. This is usually located at C:\Users\[Your Username].
2. Navigate to the Hidden Folder: Look for a folder named .wsl. This folder is hidden by default, so you may need to enable the "Show hidden files" option in File Explorer settings.
3. Locate the Config File: Inside the .wsl folder, you'll find a file named config.json. This file contains all the configuration settings for WSL.

Important:

• You can edit the config.json file to customize various WSL settings, such as the default distribution, integration options, and more. However, make sure you back up the file before making any changes, as incorrect modifications could lead to issues with WSL.
• The exact path to the .wsl folder might differ slightly depending on your Windows version and configuration.

Example:

For example, if your username is "JohnDoe," the path to the config.json file would be:

C:\Users\JohnDoe\.wsl\config.json

Practical Insights:

• You can use the wsl.exe --list --verbose command in the Windows Command Prompt or PowerShell to get a list of all installed Linux distributions and their associated configuration files.
• The config.json file can be used to manage multiple WSL distributions and their settings.
• You can use the wsl.exe --unregister command to remove a specific Linux distribution and its associated configuration file.