[FEATURE] `/rename` should update the VSCode tab header with the new session name
Resolved 💬 3 comments Opened Feb 10, 2026 by madshn Closed Feb 11, 2026
Preflight Checklist
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- [x] This is a single feature request (not multiple features)
Problem Statement
/rename should update the VSCode tab header with the new session name
Current behavior
After running /rename My New Session Name:
- The session name updates internally (visible in session list)
- The VSCode tab header continues showing the previous/default name
Proposed Solution
Feature request
When using /rename My New Session Name in the Claude Code VSCode extension, the session is renamed internally but the VSCode tab header does not update to reflect the new name.
Why this matters
When working with multiple Claude Code sessions in separate tabs, the tab header is the primary way to distinguish between them. If /rename doesn't update the tab title, the rename is effectively invisible during active work — you have to close and reopen or check the session list to confirm which session is which.
Environment
- Claude Code VSCode extension
- macOS
Alternative Solutions
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Priority
Medium - Would be very helpful
Feature Category
Developer tools/SDK
Use Case Example
Expected behavior
After running /rename My New Session Name:
- The VSCode tab header should immediately update to display "My New Session Name"
Additional Context
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