[FEATURE] Reload local plugins on startup
Open 💬 6 comments Opened Dec 12, 2025 by pankona
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Problem Statement
When developing plugins locally, file changes/adds are not reflected even after restarting Claude Code.
Current workflow to update plugin placed locally:
- Bump the version in
marketplace.json - Run
/plugin(opens interactive menu) - Select the plugin to update
Hidden trap: If the version is not changed, the update is silently ignored with no error or warning message.
This creates unnecessary friction during local plugin development.
Proposed Solution
For plugins installed from local file-based marketplaces, automatically reload their contents when Claude Code starts, without requiring version changes.
Alternative Solutions
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Priority
High - Significant impact on productivity
Feature Category
Interactive mode (TUI)
Use Case Example
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Additional Context
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