Configuration of clickhouse-client Prompt Display Name

Published: November 25, 2025

Configuration of the clickhouse-client prompt. By default, server names are now output to the prompt. The server’s display name can be changed. It’s also sent in the X-ClickHouse-Display-Name HTTP header (Kirill Shvakov).

Enhanced configuration for the clickhouse-client prompt to include server names by default and allow customizing the server display name.

Why it matters

This feature improves user experience by displaying the server name in the client prompt, helping users identify which server they are connected to. Additionally, the ability to customize the server’s display name and transmit it via the X-ClickHouse-Display-Name HTTP header provides better clarity and control in multi-server environments.

How to use it

By default, the clickhouse-client prompt now shows server names. Users can change the server’s display name via configuration settings, and this name will also be sent in the X-ClickHouse-Display-Name HTTP header.