[BUG] Cannot disable vscode extension when using vscode terminal, reinstalls.

Resolved 💬 9 comments Opened May 23, 2025 by dopper Closed Feb 3, 2026

Environment

  • Platform (select one):
  • [x] Anthropic API
  • [ ] AWS Bedrock
  • [ ] Google Vertex AI
  • [ ] Other: <!-- specify -->
  • Claude CLI version: N/A
  • Operating System: macOS latest
  • Terminal: vscode terminal

Bug Description

When running Claude Code in one or more terminals across multiple editors, the vscode extension is a hinderance. Is there a way to permanently disable this? It reinstalls itself and updates every session.

Steps to Reproduce

Start Claude Code in vscode terminal, extension installed/enabled, can't keep uninstalled/disabled.

Expected Behavior

If I uninstall extension is does not automatically choose install for me.

Actual Behavior

Extension reinstall upon new claude sessions.

Additional Context

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