Feature Request: User messages should be right-aligned in chat UI
Open 💬 0 comments Opened Jun 25, 2026 by cswudongping123
Feature Request
Description
Currently, all messages in the Claude Code VS Code extension chat interface are left-aligned. In most modern chat applications (iMessage, WhatsApp, WeChat, etc.), user messages are displayed on the right side while assistant messages are on the left.
Proposed Solution
Implement right-alignment for user messages in the chat panel, similar to standard chat interfaces.
Benefits
- More intuitive user experience
- Better visual distinction between user and assistant messages
- Follows established UI patterns in chat applications
Mockup
[Assistant message on the left]
[User message on the right]
[Assistant message on the left]
Environment
- VS Code Extension: Claude Code
- Version: Latest
- OS: Windows 11
Thank you for considering this feature!