Quick reference
Search commands, browser actions, Git steps, and reusable prompts. Every example explains where it belongs and what to check.
143 entries across six sections.
Shell commands go in your computer’s terminal. Slash commands go inside a supported Claude Code session. Browser prompts go in the conversation. Availability varies by interface, release, plan, and installed tools. Angle brackets indicate required arguments; square brackets indicate optional ones. Replace placeholders before using them.
Select a practice repository and the intended base branch first.
Read this repository and explain it in plain English. Do not edit yet.Before using it: Ask for a short map of the files before requesting changes.
Read the full explanationUse when the project or change is unfamiliar.
Inspect the current repository. Propose a focused plan and checks. Stop before editing.Before using it: Select the matching permission mode too; a prompt is not an access control.
Read the full explanationUse after you understand the proposed scope.
Implement only the plan I approved. Run the relevant checks and explain the result.Before using it: Approval to edit does not automatically authorize merging or deploying.
Read the full explanationUse before accepting a completed task.
Explain the diff, the checks actually run, and anything still unverified.Before using it: Look at the actual changed files and try the affected behavior yourself.
Read the full explanationKeeps your follow-up with the task and its history.
Reopen the existing Claude Code conversation.Before using it: Your computer’s files do not automatically appear in the cloud workspace.
Read the full explanationUse when the web input does not offer a slash command.
Describe the outcome in ordinary language.Before using it: The terminal command catalog is not a promise of browser availability.
Read the full explanationOpen a conversation in the current project folder.
claudeBefore using it: Confirm the directory before starting.
Read the full explanationDiscuss a change before implementation.
claude --permission-mode planBefore using it: Review the plan before allowing edits.
Read the full explanationContinue the most recent conversation in this directory.
claude --continueBefore using it: Use resume to choose a different saved session.
Read the full explanationOpen the saved-session picker.
claude --resumeBefore using it: Check the project and selected conversation.
Read the full explanationIdentify the installed release.
claude --versionBefore using it: Command availability can differ by release.
Read the full explanationInspect the supported launch options.
claude --helpBefore using it: Type this outside the Claude conversation.
Read the full explanationCheck the installation and configuration.
claude doctorBefore using it: Review suggested changes before applying them.
Read the full explanationGet an answer in terminal output without an interactive conversation.
claude -p "Explain this project. Do not edit files."Before using it: Tool permissions still apply; this is not a read-only security boundary.
Read the full explanationStart with an available model alias.
claude --model sonnetBefore using it: Availability and usage depend on the account.
Read the full explanationDiscover available commands.
/helpBefore using it: Type this when you need the command menu.
Read the full explanationPlan before implementing.
/plan [task]Before using it: Try /plan add a contact form
Read the full explanationDraft project instructions.
/initBefore using it: Creates CLAUDE.md; review its contents.
Read the full explanationInspect working-tree changes.
/diffBefore using it: Read the actual edits before accepting them.
Read the full explanationInspect account and session.
/statusBefore using it: Check version, model, and authentication.
Read the full explanationInspect usage and costs.
/usageBefore using it: Aliases: /cost and /stats. Check before a large task.
Read the full explanationConfigure tool approvals.
/permissionsBefore using it: Review allow, ask, and deny rules.
Read the full explanationLeave the session.
/exitBefore using it: An attached background session continues running.
Read the full explanationBegin with empty context.
/clear [name]Before using it: Aliases: /reset, /new. Files stay.
Read the full explanationSummarize current context.
/compact [focus]Before using it: Example: /compact keep the test failures
Read the full explanationInspect context consumption.
/context [all]Before using it: See what is occupying the context window.
Read the full explanationAdjust compaction threshold.
/autocompact [auto|tokens]Before using it: Use auto unless you need custom tuning.
Read the full explanationReopen a conversation.
/resume [session]Before using it: Alias: /continue.
Read the full explanationName this session.
/rename [name]Before using it: Example: /rename website-practice
Read the full explanationSummarize this session.
/recapBefore using it: A quick reorientation.
Read the full explanationTry a conversation branch.
/branch [name]Before using it: Separate from a Git branch.
Read the full explanationRestore a checkpoint.
/rewindBefore using it: Aliases: /checkpoint, /undo. Not a full-system backup.
Read the full explanationAsk a side question.
/btw [question]Before using it: Useful for a quick explanation.
Read the full explanationCopy an earlier response.
/copy [N]Before using it: Optional N selects an earlier answer.
Read the full explanationSave conversation text.
/export [filename]Before using it: Inspect for secrets before sharing.
Read the full explanationAllow another working directory.
/add-dir <path>Before using it: Expands file access.
Read the full explanationChange session working directory.
/cd <path>Before using it: Keeps the conversation.
Read the full explanationReview code for bugs.
/code-review [level] [target]Before using it: Optional --fix edits; --comment posts. /review is an alias.
Read the full explanationRun a cloud review.
/code-review ultraBefore using it: Alias: /ultrareview. Eligibility and extra usage may apply.
Read the full explanationInspect branch security risks.
/security-reviewBefore using it: Needs an origin remote; findings are not a guarantee.
Read the full explanationReview and apply cleanup.
/simplify [target]Before using it: Can edit files; different purpose from correctness review.
Read the full explanationLaunch and exercise an app.
/runBefore using it: Bundled skill; needs suitable tools.
Read the full explanationObserve whether changes work.
/verifyBefore using it: Bundled skill; requires explicit invocation.
Read the full explanationWrite app verification instructions.
/run-skill-generatorBefore using it: Creates a reusable project recipe.
Read the full explanationInvestigate runtime problems.
/debug [problem]Before using it: Starts debug logging from this point.
Read the full explanationDiagnose setup and propose repairs.
/doctorBefore using it: Review proposed changes before accepting.
Read the full explanationContinue toward a goal.
/goal [condition|clear]Before using it: Use measurable criteria and monitor usage.
Read the full explanationSelect a model.
/model [model]Before using it: Available models depend on the account.
Read the full explanationSet reasoning effort.
/effort [level|auto|status]Before using it: Supported levels depend on the model/version.
Read the full explanationConsult another model.
/advisor [model|off]Before using it: Advanced; adds model usage.
Read the full explanationToggle fast mode.
/fast [on|off]Before using it: Check eligibility and billing first.
Read the full explanationChange response presentation.
/output-style [style]Before using it: Example: /output-style concise
Read the full explanationChange session settings.
/config [key=value]Before using it: Alias: /settings.
Read the full explanationSign in.
/loginBefore using it: Choose the correct billing account.
Read the full explanationSign out.
/logoutBefore using it: Does not revoke every external credential.
Read the full explanationInspect privacy choices.
/privacy-settingsBefore using it: Available for eligible Pro/Max subscribers.
Read the full explanationInspect options after limits.
/rate-limit-optionsBefore using it: Some choices can incur additional charges.
Read the full explanationManage additional usage.
/usage-creditsBefore using it: Formerly /extra-usage.
Read the full explanationOpen plan upgrades.
/upgradeBefore using it: Does not appear for every plan.
Read the full explanationManage instructions and memory.
/memoryBefore using it: Review what Claude retains for later.
Read the full explanationManage available skills.
/skillsBefore using it: Skills can contain executable workflows.
Read the full explanationRefresh skill discovery.
/reload-skillsBefore using it: After creating or editing a skill.
Read the full explanationInspect skill overhead.
/skill-doctorBefore using it: Version and feature availability apply.
Read the full explanationManage installed plugins.
/plugin [subcommand]Before using it: Inspect the publisher before installation.
Read the full explanationApply plugin changes.
/reload-pluginsBefore using it: Read any reload warnings.
Read the full explanationManage connected MCP servers.
/mcpBefore using it: Includes authentication and connection state.
Read the full explanationInspect configured hooks.
/hooksBefore using it: Hooks can execute commands.
Read the full explanationEdit configuration through Claude.
/update-config [request]Before using it: Check the resulting settings diff.
Read the full explanationPreview configuration migration.
/import [source] --dry-runBefore using it: Sources include codex, gemini, and cursor.
Read the full explanationGet subagent management guidance.
/agentsBefore using it: Current versions direct you to prompts or agent files.
Read the full explanationLoad API development guidance.
/claude-api [subcommand]Before using it: Covers API projects, migration, evals, and cost work.
Read the full explanationLoad dynamic workflow guidance.
/workflow-authoringBefore using it: Only when the feature is enabled.
Read the full explanationDetach into background execution.
/background [task]Before using it: Alias: /bg.
Read the full explanationCopy into another background session.
/fork [task]Before using it: Behavior differs on older versions.
Read the full explanationDelegate a side task.
/subtask <task>Before using it: Result returns to the current conversation.
Read the full explanationInspect current background work.
/tasksBefore using it: Alias: /bashes.
Read the full explanationList reachable peer sessions.
/list-agentsBefore using it: Alias: /peers; messaging must be enabled.
Read the full explanationStop an attached background session.
/stopBefore using it: Use in background sessions, not as a universal stop command.
Read the full explanationCoordinate many worktree changes.
/batch <task>Before using it: Advanced bundled skill; can open multiple PRs.
Read the full explanationRepeat work in this session.
/loop [interval] [task]Before using it: Session must stay open; alias /proactive.
Read the full explanationManage cloud routines.
/schedule [description]Before using it: Alias: /routines; eligible subscription required.
Read the full explanationWatch and fix a PR.
/autofix-pr [instructions]Before using it: Can push commits; requires gh and cloud access.
Read the full explanationConnect to this local session remotely.
/remote-controlBefore using it: Alias: /rc; eligible subscription required.
Read the full explanationBring a cloud session local.
/teleportBefore using it: Alias: /tp.
Read the full explanationSelect a cloud environment.
/remote-envBefore using it: For cloud sessions dispatched from the CLI.
Read the full explanationConnect cloud GitHub access.
/web-setupBefore using it: Can send your local gh token to Anthropic after confirmation.
Read the full explanationSet up GitHub integration.
/install-github-appBefore using it: May create secrets and propose workflow changes.
Read the full explanationSet up Slack integration.
/install-slack-appBefore using it: Opens an external authorization flow.
Read the full explanationInspect dynamic workflow progress.
/workflowsBefore using it: When dynamic workflows are available.
Read the full explanationResearch with sources.
/deep-research <question>Before using it: Explicitly invoked workflow; verify citations.
Read the full explanationGuide chart creation.
/dataviz [request]Before using it: Provide actual data and the intended comparison.
Read the full explanationCreate editable design artboards.
/design [brief]Before using it: Requires supported artifacts and provider.
Read the full explanationBrowse available artifacts.
/artifactsBefore using it: Account and environment dependent.
Read the full explanationAuthorize design-system access.
/design-loginBefore using it: Needed for applicable design-sync flows.
Read the full explanationConnect a React design system.
/design-sync [hint]Before using it: Can upload components; inspect scope first.
Read the full explanationConfigure browser integration.
/chromeBefore using it: Requires the supported Chrome setup.
Read the full explanationInspect editor integrations.
/ideBefore using it: For supported local editors.
Read the full explanationMove into the desktop app.
/desktopBefore using it: Alias: /app; supported OS and account required.
Read the full explanationOpen mobile install information.
/mobileBefore using it: Aliases: /ios, /android.
Read the full explanationChoose terminal colors.
/themeBefore using it: Includes accessibility-oriented themes.
Read the full explanationChange the session accent.
/color [color|default]Before using it: Helps distinguish parallel sessions.
Read the full explanationSimplify the terminal view.
/focusBefore using it: Available with fullscreen rendering.
Read the full explanationChoose terminal rendering.
/tui [default|fullscreen]Before using it: Relaunches the interface.
Read the full explanationTune mouse scrolling.
/scroll-speedBefore using it: Fullscreen-only; platform restrictions apply.
Read the full explanationConfigure terminal shortcuts.
/terminal-setupBefore using it: Behavior depends on the terminal app.
Read the full explanationEdit keyboard shortcuts.
/keybindingsBefore using it: Review changes in the binding file.
Read the full explanationCustomize the status bar.
/statuslineBefore using it: Describe the information you want.
Read the full explanationControl voice input.
/voice [hold|tap|off]Before using it: Requires supported account and audio setup.
Read the full explanationConfigure supported sandboxing.
/sandboxBefore using it: Platform support differs.
Read the full explanationDraft auto-mode configuration.
/auto-mode-setupBefore using it: Review the proposed environment rules.
Read the full explanationPropose permission allow rules.
/fewer-permission-promptsBefore using it: Broad approvals increase access.
Read the full explanationConfigure Amazon Bedrock.
/setup-bedrockBefore using it: Provider configuration must be enabled.
Read the full explanationConfigure Google’s provider.
/setup-vertexBefore using it: Provider configuration must be enabled.
Read the full explanationAnalyze local session patterns.
/insightsBefore using it: Not available in cloud sessions.
Read the full explanationDraft an onboarding guide.
/team-onboardingBefore using it: Uses recent session history.
Read the full explanationRead version changes.
/release-notesBefore using it: Check when an older tutorial differs.
Read the full explanationSend product feedback.
/feedback [report]Before using it: Review what will be included.
Read the full explanationPrepare a bug report.
/bug [report]Before using it: Alias: /share; review diagnostic content.
Read the full explanationCreate memory diagnostics.
/heapdumpBefore using it: Contains sensitive data; never share the raw heap snapshot.
Read the full explanationExplore interactive lessons.
/powerupBefore using it: Availability can change.
Read the full explanationShare eligible trial access.
/passesBefore using it: Only for eligible accounts.
Read the full explanationOpen Claude FM.
/radioBefore using it: Optional browser audio.
Read the full explanationOpen sticker ordering.
/stickersBefore using it: An account perk, not a development tool.
Read the full explanationSee which branch you are on and which files changed.
git statusBefore using it: Run before staging or switching work.
Read the full explanationReview edits not yet staged for a commit.
git diffBefore using it: New untracked files are not shown; inspect those files separately.
Read the full explanationReview exactly what the next commit would include.
git diff --stagedBefore using it: Staging does not publish anything.
Read the full explanationMake a separate line of work.
git switch -c practice/readmeBefore using it: Check that you are in the intended repository first.
Read the full explanationSelect this file for the next commit.
git add README.mdBefore using it: Inspect the file first. This changes the staging area.
Read the full explanationRecord your staged changes locally.
git commit -m "Clarify the practice README"Before using it: A local commit does not upload or deploy the project.
Read the full explanationShow the five latest commits.
git log --oneline -5Before using it: A commit is a snapshot; a branch is a line of work.
Read the full explanationCompare the proposed work with the target branch before merging.
Read the Files changed tab and the checks for the latest commit.Before using it: Closing an unmerged practice PR leaves the target branch unchanged.
Read the full explanationDistinguishes installation problems from command syntax problems.
Reopen your terminal, check the installation method, and confirm the shell.Before using it: Do not install a second copy before identifying the first.
Read the full explanationPrivate repositories need the appropriate authorization.
Check the connected GitHub account and repository access granted to the Claude app.Before using it: Organization access may require an owner’s approval.
Read the full explanationSeparates a blocked download from a missing runtime or wrong package manager.
Read the first error, the project README, and the lockfile.Before using it: Do not broaden access without identifying the failed dependency.
Read the full explanationProtects unrelated work while identifying what changed.
Stop, inspect git status and the diff, then choose a recovery method.Before using it: Checkpoints do not undo every shell command or external action.
Read the full explanationSubscription usage and API billing are different.
Check your account, billing path, and usage information.Before using it: Never paste a key into a troubleshooting report.
Read the full explanationThese are separate outcomes.
Ask whether the task wrote code, ran a preview, or actually published the site.Before using it: A merged pull request only deploys if hosting is configured.
Read the full explanationBegin with a read-only tour.
Explain the README, main configuration, and folder structure. Do not edit or install anything.Before using it: Review the result. These prompts do not grant missing tools or enforce permissions.
Read the full explanationReplace every bracketed field with your actual details.
Reproduce [steps]. Expected: [result]. Actual: [error]. Propose the smallest fix before editing.Before using it: Review the result. These prompts do not grant missing tools or enforce permissions.
Read the full explanationState scope and evidence before implementation.
Add [feature] in [area]. Keep [constraints]. Success means [observable checks]. Propose a plan first.Before using it: Review the result. These prompts do not grant missing tools or enforce permissions.
Read the full explanationKeep review separate from applying its findings.
Review correctness, security, regressions, and missing checks. Cite files and lines. Do not edit or post comments.Before using it: Review the result. These prompts do not grant missing tools or enforce permissions.
Read the full explanationAsk for evidence that matches the latest version.
List changed files, checks run, results, and unverified items. Explain what I should try manually.Before using it: Review the result. These prompts do not grant missing tools or enforce permissions.
Read the full explanationAvoid instructions that assume unverified tools or settings.
Use the actual repository to explain prerequisites, steps, verification, and recovery. Flag missing information.Before using it: Review the result. These prompts do not grant missing tools or enforce permissions.
Read the full explanationNo matches. Try a shorter term or choose all sections.
Official references: Commands reference ↗ · CLI reference ↗ · Cloud quickstart ↗ · Getting started with Git ↗ · Checkpoints ↗ · Permissions ↗
Command catalog explanations are adapted from this guide’s command reference. Check the linked official documentation and your installed /help menu when availability differs.
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