[FEATURE] Option to show full bordered welcome screen even when CLAUDE.md exists

Resolved 💬 4 comments Opened Feb 14, 2026 by Baouse Closed Mar 29, 2026

Feature Request

Current Behavior

When a project has a CLAUDE.md file, Claude Code shows a compact startup splash (just the mascot, version, model, and path). When there is no CLAUDE.md, it shows the full bordered welcome screen with tips, recent activity, and the orange-lined box layout.

Desired Behavior

Add a configuration option (e.g., in .claude/settings.json or via /config) to always show the full bordered welcome screen regardless of whether a CLAUDE.md file exists in the project.

Why

The bordered welcome screen provides useful at-a-glance information (recent activity, tips, session resume options) that is valuable even in initialized projects. Some users prefer the richer visual layout and find the compact view too minimal.

Suggested Implementation

A setting like:
json
{
"ui": {
"showFullWelcomeScreen": true
}
}

Or a CLI flag: claude --welcome-screen

Environment

  • Claude Code v2.1.42
  • Windows 11, PowerShell
  • VS Code integrated terminal

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