feat: Change working directory of active tab #55

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opened 2026-01-21 17:43:54 -08:00 by hikari · 0 comments
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Description

Allow users to change the current working directory (cwd) of an active conversation tab without having to start a new session.

Use Case

When working on multiple projects or navigating between directories, users may want to switch the working directory of their current conversation without losing context or having to open a new tab.

Expected Behavior

  • Users should be able to change the cwd of the currently active tab
  • The change should take effect immediately for subsequent Claude commands
  • Could be implemented via:
    • A button/icon in the tab bar or toolbar
    • A slash command (e.g., /cd or /cwd)
    • A keyboard shortcut
    • Right-click context menu on the tab

Technical Considerations

  • Need to update the working directory passed to the Claude CLI process
  • May need to notify Claude of the directory change
  • Should update any UI elements that display the current working directory

This issue was created with help from Hikari~ 🌸

## Description Allow users to change the current working directory (cwd) of an active conversation tab without having to start a new session. ## Use Case When working on multiple projects or navigating between directories, users may want to switch the working directory of their current conversation without losing context or having to open a new tab. ## Expected Behavior - Users should be able to change the cwd of the currently active tab - The change should take effect immediately for subsequent Claude commands - Could be implemented via: - A button/icon in the tab bar or toolbar - A slash command (e.g., `/cd` or `/cwd`) - A keyboard shortcut - Right-click context menu on the tab ## Technical Considerations - Need to update the working directory passed to the Claude CLI process - May need to notify Claude of the directory change - Should update any UI elements that display the current working directory --- ✨ This issue was created with help from Hikari~ 🌸
naomi closed this issue 2026-01-23 11:59:22 -08:00
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Reference: nhcarrigan/hikari-desktop#55