[BUG] Using `claude://` deeplink does not bring Claude app to front
Resolved 💬 0 comments Opened Jun 12, 2026 by Strus Closed Jul 6, 2026
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- [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?
Using claude:// deeplink does not bring Claude app to front. App stays closed/minimized, although deeplink is handled in the background.
What Should Happen?
Claude should be bring into focus after using deeplink.
Error Messages/Logs
Steps to Reproduce
- Start Claude desktop app
- Close it, see that it stays in Dock
- Use the deeplink to create a new session and add a file there
- See that app stays minimized to Doc
Claude Model
None
Is this a regression?
Yes, this worked in a previous version
Last Working Version
1.9659.2
Claude Code Version
1.12603.1 (3df4fd)
Platform
Anthropic API
Operating System
macOS
Terminal/Shell
Terminal.app (macOS)
Additional Information
_No response_