claude-code - 💡(How to fix) Fix Add --short flag or /ctx alias for /context command [1 comments, 2 participants]

TL;DR

Implement a flag or alias to toggle between a detailed and summary view for the /context command to reduce output and improve usability.

Guidance

• Introduce a new flag, such as --short, to the /context command to display only the top summary, including model name, total tokens used, and category breakdown table.
• Consider adding a short alias, like /ctx, that defaults to the summary view for power users who frequently need to check their token budget.
• Update the documentation to reflect the new flag and alias, ensuring users are aware of the options for customizing the output of the /context command.
• Evaluate the default behavior of the /context command, potentially flipping it to the summary view and requiring users to opt-in to the detailed breakdown with a --full flag.

Example

# Example usage of the proposed /context --short command
/context --short

# Example usage of the proposed /ctx alias
/ctx

Notes

The proposed solution assumes that the current implementation of the /context command can be modified to accommodate the new flag and alias. Additionally, the introduction of a new flag and alias may require updates to existing scripts or workflows that rely on the current behavior of the command.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Implement the proposed /context --short flag or /ctx alias to provide users with a more concise output option, improving the overall usability of the command.