[FEATURE] Claude Code Desktop: Add "New session" shortcut per project in the sidebar
Resolved 💬 2 comments Opened Apr 16, 2026 by wictorstenseke Closed May 25, 2026
Preflight Checklist
- [x] I have searched existing requests and this feature hasn't been requested yet
- [x] This is a single feature request (not multiple features)
Problem Statement
When working with multiple local projects simultaneously, clicking the global
"+ New session" button defaults to the last used directory — not necessarily
the project I want. I have to manually switch folders even when the target
project is already visible in the sidebar.
Proposed Solution
The sidebar should show a "+" button on each project row when hovering.
Clicking it would immediately start a new session in that project's directory,
with no folder picker required.
Alternative Solutions
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Priority
Medium - Would be very helpful
Feature Category
Performance and speed
Use Case Example
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Additional Context
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