claude-code - 💡(How to fix) Fix Where is copy markdown for output in Claude Code? [1 participants]

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anthropics/claude-code#48489Fetched 2026-04-16 06:58:48
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Problem Statement

In the Windows app, it's not possible to copy output from Claude Code anymore as markdown.

Proposed Solution

Add back the copy-function that has been there in previous iterations.

Alternative Solutions

I work around this by selecting text, but then I don't get markdown.

Priority

High - Significant impact on productivity

Feature Category

Other

Use Case Example

I want to copy the latest response from Claude Code and save it in docs, or feed it to another AI instance for verification.

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TL;DR

The most likely fix is to reinstate the copy function that previously allowed markdown output to be copied from the Windows app.

Guidance

  • Review previous iterations of the code to identify the implementation of the copy function that supported markdown output.
  • Investigate the changes made to the codebase that led to the removal or disabling of this function.
  • Consider adding a temporary workaround, such as a button or keyboard shortcut, to enable markdown copying until a full fix is implemented.
  • Verify that the proposed solution does not introduce any security vulnerabilities or compatibility issues with other features.

Example

No code snippet can be provided without more context, but the fix likely involves modifying the existing copy function to include markdown formatting.

Notes

The lack of information about the code changes that led to this issue makes it difficult to provide a more detailed solution. Additionally, the fix may depend on the specific implementation details of the Windows app and the Claude Code output.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Reinstating the copy function with markdown support is likely to have a significant impact on productivity, making it a high-priority fix.

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