claude-code - 💡(How to fix) Fix [FEATURE] vscode:// URI handler should support newWindow parameter to open in a new VS Code window [1 comments, 2 participants]

TL;DR

Adding a newWindow=true query parameter to the deep link may allow Claude Code to open in a fresh VS Code window.

Guidance

• Consider implementing the proposed solution by adding support for the newWindow=true query parameter in the Claude Code deep link handler.
• Verify that the VS Code API supports opening a new window programmatically, potentially using a similar approach to the code -n CLI command.
• Test the proposed solution with different VS Code window scenarios to ensure it works as expected and does not introduce any regressions.
• Evaluate the potential impact on existing workflows and consider adding an option to configure the default behavior (e.g., always open in a new window or use the current window).

Example

No code example is provided as the issue does not contain sufficient technical details about the implementation.

Notes

The feasibility of this solution depends on the capabilities of the VS Code API and the specific requirements of the Claude Code integration. Further investigation is needed to determine the best approach.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Implement the proposed newWindow=true query parameter to provide a more seamless experience for users. This approach mirrors the existing VS Code CLI behavior and addresses the reported productivity issue.