Zsh Config Files and Priority
Zsh Config Files and Priority Zsh environment variable config files: .zprofile .zlogin .zshrc .zshenv .zlogout .zshrc is used for overall shell customization
.zprofile and .zlogin are similar. They both set environment variables for login shells, but their load timing differs. .zprofile is based on Bash’s .bash_profile, while .zlogin is the CSH-style .login legacy name. .zshrc sets environment variables for interactive shells. It loads after .zprofile. Typically used for $PATH, $PROMPT, aliases, functions, etc. .zshenv is always read, so you can set environment variables like $PATH or $EDITOR there, but it is generally not used. .zlogout is loaded when a session logs out, which is good for cleanup, such as resetting terminal titles. Zsh loads ~/.zprofile at login (login shell).