Focus/cursor issues during tool execution and suggestion acceptance

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:

During extended Claude Code sessions, two related focus issues occur:

1. Cursor disappears after accepting suggestions

• After accepting a suggestion (clicking the accept button), focus returns to the input area but the cursor is invisible
• Cursor reappears only after typing or arrow key movement
• Creates uncertainty about whether input is active

1. Focus captured during tool execution

• While Claude is executing tools (especially rapid sequences of reads/edits/bash), the input area intermittently captures focus
• Makes it difficult to type feedback or corrections while Claude is working
• User described it as "jerking" the cursor/focus

Environment:

• Claude Code CLI
• macOS (Darwin 25.2.0, Apple M2)
• Extended session with many tool calls

Impact:

• Disrupts workflow when trying to provide real-time guidance
• Creates friction in collaborative editing sessions
• User has to wait for tool execution to complete before reliably typing

Workaround:

• Press arrow key or type a character to restore cursor visibility
• Wait for tool execution to complete before typing feedback

What Should Happen?

Ensure focus is restored to cursor after any pop-up request.

Error Messages/Logs

Steps to Reproduce

See bug report.

Claude Model

None

Is this a regression?

No, this never worked

Last Working Version

_No response_

Claude Code Version

Claude Code 2.1.6 (Homebrew Cask, installed 2026-01-13)

Platform

Anthropic API

Operating System

macOS

Terminal/Shell

Terminal.app (macOS)

Additional Information

_No response_