Claude Code editor integration

Claude Code Chat

VS Code extension that gives Claude Code a graphical chat interface.

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Install

From source
git clone https://github.com/andrepimenta/claude-code-chat.git

From the README

🚀 Claude Code Chat - Beautiful Claude Code Chat Interface for VS Code
No more terminal commands. Chat with Claude Code through a beautiful, intuitive interface right inside VS Code.

Ditch the command line and experience Claude Code like never before. This extension brings a stunning chat interface directly into your editor, making AI assistance accessible, visual, and enjoyable.

🤖 Built by Claude Code for Claude Code - This extension was entirely developed using Claude Code itself. Claude Code created its own chat interface!

✨ Why Choose Claude Code Chat?

🖥️ No Terminal Required - Beautiful chat interface replaces command-line interactions
⏪ Restore Checkpoints - Undo changes and restore code to any previous state
🔌 MCP, Skills & Plugins - Browse, search, and install from curated marketplaces
💾 Conversation History - Automatic conversation history and session management
🎨 VS Code & Cursor - Works in VS Code, Cursor, and other compatible editors
🧠 Plan and Ultrathink modes - Plan First and Ultrathink modes
⚡ Smart Context - Reference files, paste images, and create custom commands
🐧 Windows/WSL Support - Full native Windows and WSL support

🌟 Key Features

💬 Beautiful Chat Graphical Interface
- No terminal required - everything through the UI
- Real-time streaming responses with typing indicators
- One-click message copying with visual feedback
- Enhanced markdown support with syntax highlighting
- Auto-resizing input that grows with your content
- Copy-to-clipboard for code blocks

⏪ Checkpoint & Session Management
- Restore Checkpoints - Instantly undo changes and restore to any previous state
- Automatic Git-based backup system for safe experimentation
- Browse and restore from any conversation checkpoint
- Automatic conversation saving and…
Read the full README on GitHub

Details

Language
JavaScript
Last updated
18 September 2026
Topics
aiai-agentsclaudeclaude-codevibe-codingvscodevscode-extension

FAQ

What is Claude Code Chat?

VS Code extension that gives Claude Code a graphical chat interface. It is a editor integration for Claude Code, from andrepimenta/claude-code-chat on GitHub.

How do I install Claude Code Chat?

Clone andrepimenta/claude-code-chat from GitHub and follow the setup steps in its README.

Is Claude Code Chat popular?

andrepimenta/claude-code-chat has 1,086 GitHub stars and 164 forks, and is included in 1 curated Claude Code list. It was last updated on 18 September 2026.

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