# terminal data-character-bits

#### Syntax

terminal data-character-bits { 7 | 8 }

#### Release Information

Command introduced before JunosE Release 7.1.0.

#### Description

Sets the number of data bits available for characters for the current session on the terminal screen. There is no no version.

#### Options

- 7—Seven data bits per character; this setting supports only characters in the standard ASCII set
- 8—Eight data bits per character; this is the default setting, which supports the full set of 8-bit international characters

#### Mode

Privileged Exec, User Exec