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Claude Code v2.0.12 ·

Mode Commands System

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What: Commands can now be designated as "mode commands" for specialized, multi-phase workflows

How to use: Add mode: true to command frontmatter in your .claude/commands/*.md files:

mode: true
description: Guided workflow for complex refactoring

Your command content here...

Details:

  • Mode commands receive special priority in Claude's tool selection
  • Display distinct permission UI titled "Use guided workflow" instead of "Slash command"
  • Show message "Your request appears to match a specialized workflow"
  • Intended for complex, multi-step tasks that benefit from structured guidance
  • Evidence: isModeCommand: K at line 440835 in loadCommands() function, mode command filtering in V6Q() function

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