[FEATURE] Feature Request: Open history conversations in a new tab instead of replacing current session

Open 💬 0 comments Opened Jul 1, 2026 by HannahWu5

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

Problem

When clicking on a conversation from the history panel, it replaces the currently open conversation. To preserve the current session, I have to manually open a new Claude Code tab first, which adds unnecessary friction.

Suggested solution

  • Add an option (e.g., right-click menu or a toggle in settings) to open history conversations in a new tab by default.
  • Or support Ctrl+Click on a history item to open in a new tab (similar to browser tab behavior).

Environment

  • VS Code extension
  • Windows 11

Proposed Solution

Expected behavior

Clicking a history entry should open it in a new tab, leaving the current conversation intact.

Alternative Solutions

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Priority

High - Significant impact on productivity

Feature Category

Interactive mode (TUI)

Use Case Example

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Additional Context

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