[BUG] input lag while typing in v2.0.72
Resolved 💬 8 comments Opened Dec 18, 2025 by kaleLetendre Closed Feb 26, 2026
Preflight Checklist
- [x] I have searched existing issues and this hasn't been reported yet
- [x] This is a single bug report (please file separate reports for different bugs)
- [x] I am using the latest version of Claude Code
What's Wrong?
Description
Severe input lag when typing in the Claude Code terminal. Each keystroke has noticeable delay.
Environment
- Claude Code version: 2.0.72
- OS: Ubuntu (Linux 6.14.0)
- Node.js: v20 (also reproduced on v18.19.1)
- Terminal: Direct terminal and VS Code terminal
Workaround
Downgrading to v2.0.71 resolves the issue:
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code@2.0.71
What Should Happen?
Typing should be instant with no perceptible lag.
Error Messages/Logs
Steps to Reproduce
- Install claude-code@2.0.72
- Start a conversation
- Type in the input field
- Notice significant lag/delay on each keystroke
Claude Model
Opus
Is this a regression?
Yes, this worked in a previous version
Last Working Version
v2.0.71
Claude Code Version
v2.0.72
Platform
Anthropic API
Operating System
Ubuntu/Debian Linux
Terminal/Shell
VS Code integrated terminal
Additional Information
- Issue is new to 2.0.72, same environment worked fine for months
- Not related to conversation length (occurred in relatively short conversations)
- Not related to system resources (plenty of RAM/CPU available)
- Sometimes the lag would be gone for new conversations, but always came back after a few prompts
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