[BUG] `claude --model=default` does not work.

Resolved 💬 3 comments Opened Sep 2, 2025 by dotneet Closed Jan 7, 2026

Environment

  • Platform (select one):
  • [x] Anthropic API
  • [ ] AWS Bedrock
  • [ ] Google Vertex AI
  • [ ] Other: <!-- specify -->
  • Claude CLI version: 1.0.100 (Claude Code)
  • Operating System: macOS 14.4.1(23E224)
  • Terminal: iTerm2

Bug Description

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claude --model=default does not work.

Expected Behavior

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It is recognized as a default alias specified in official document.

Actual Behavior

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It is recognized as a custom model called 'default'.

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