claude-code - 💡(How to fix) Fix Context compaction auto-submits unfinished user message without Enter [2 comments, 2 participants]

TL;DR

Prevent automatic message submission during context compaction by ensuring that in-progress user input is not executed without explicit user confirmation.

Guidance

• Review the context compaction trigger logic to identify why it's submitting the in-progress message without waiting for user confirmation.
• Verify that the input buffer is properly handled during compaction, ensuring that unfinished messages remain untouched.
• Consider implementing a flag or check to detect when a user is mid-message and prevent automatic submission during compaction.
• Investigate if there are any existing safeguards or hooks in the system that can be leveraged to prevent unintended message execution.

Example

No code snippet is provided due to lack of specific implementation details in the issue.

Notes

The exact fix may depend on the underlying implementation of the context compaction mechanism and how user input is handled. Further investigation into the system's architecture and codebase is necessary to determine the root cause and apply a targeted solution.

Recommendation

Apply a workaround to prevent automatic message submission during context compaction, such as temporarily disabling compaction while a user is typing or implementing a manual confirmation step before executing any pending messages. This approach prioritizes safety and prevents unintended actions until a more permanent fix can be developed.