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Claude Code v2.1.69 ·

--prefill CLI Flag

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What

Pre-fill the prompt input with text without automatically submitting it, allowing the user to review and edit before sending.

Usage
claude --prefill "implement a function that"
Details
  • Text appears in the input field ready for editing
  • Unlike --print, does not auto-submit — the user can modify the prompt before pressing Enter
  • Useful for templates, repetitive prompts, or workflow scripting
Evidence

Prefill flag (search for "--prefill", "Pre-fill the prompt input with text without submitting it")

Strings lifted out of the shipped bundle, so the claim above can be checked against them.

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