claude-code - 💡(How to fix) Fix [BUG] VSCode Extension steals focus from terminal when typing git commands [1 participants]

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When typing git commands in the integrated terminal (Cursor), the focus unexpectedly jumps to the Claude Code extension's prompt input box, interrupting the command being typed.

Root Cause

When typing git commands in the integrated terminal (Cursor), the focus unexpectedly jumps to the Claude Code extension's prompt input box, interrupting the command being typed.

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Description

When typing git commands in the integrated terminal (Cursor), the focus unexpectedly jumps to the Claude Code extension's prompt input box, interrupting the command being typed.

Steps to Reproduce

  1. Open Cursor with the Claude Code extension panel visible
  2. Open the integrated terminal
  3. Start typing a git command (e.g. git status, git commit, etc.)
  4. Focus jumps to the Claude Code prompt input mid-keystroke

Expected Behavior

Focus should remain in the terminal while typing commands.

Actual Behavior

Focus is stolen from the terminal and moves to the Claude Code extension's prompt input box, interrupting the git command being typed.

Frequency

Intermittent — does not happen every time, but frequently enough to disrupt workflow.

Environment

  • Claude Code Extension: v2.1.96
  • IDE: Cursor 3.0.13
  • OS: macOS Tahoe 26.4

Notes

  • The Claude Code panel is open/visible when the bug occurs
  • Unclear whether this also happens with non-git commands
  • Related but distinct from #32726 (which is about panel auto-revealing on output) — this issue is specifically about focus being stolen while actively typing in the terminal

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TL;DR

The issue can likely be mitigated by hiding the Claude Code extension panel while typing git commands in the integrated terminal.

Guidance

  • Verify that the issue only occurs when the Claude Code extension panel is visible, as the problem may be related to the panel's interaction with the terminal.
  • Try typing non-git commands in the terminal to see if the focus jump is specific to git commands or a more general issue.
  • Check if there are any settings in the Claude Code extension or Cursor IDE that could be causing the focus to shift, such as a hotkey or shortcut conflict.
  • Consider reporting the issue to the Claude Code extension developers, as it may be a bug that needs to be fixed in the extension itself.

Notes

The provided information does not include enough details to suggest a specific code change or configuration fix, so it's recommended to investigate the issue further and potentially reach out to the developers of the Claude Code extension for assistance.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Hide the Claude Code extension panel while typing git commands in the integrated terminal, as this may prevent the focus from being stolen.

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