diff --git a/.agent-shell/transcripts/2026-01-13-15-10-09.md b/.agent-shell/transcripts/2026-01-13-15-10-09.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000000..2c4cc42b487 --- /dev/null +++ b/.agent-shell/transcripts/2026-01-13-15-10-09.md @@ -0,0 +1,3323 @@ +# Agent Shell Transcript + +**Agent:** Claude Code +**Started:** 2026-01-13 15:10:09 +**Working Directory:** /Users/me/binwarden/bitwarden-clients/bitwarden-init-test/ + +--- + +## User (2026-01-13 15:11:24) + +My bitwarden-init:init tool isn't working correctly. It is supposed to run /init, which works, then run /enhance, which does not work. The enhance command expects interactivity to accept the edit it produces. I need to somehow allow Claude to edit CLAUDE.md without permissions. I thought allowed-tools would do that, but it appears not. Check the claude docs and make a suggestion. + +## Agent (2026-01-13 15:11:26) + +Bobert will investigate the bitwarden-init plugin configuration and check the Claude documentation to understand how to grant automatic edit permissions for CLAUDE.md. + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/binwarden/bitwarden-clients/bitwarden-init-test/.claude/commands/bitwarden-init/init.md + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:11:29 + +``` +Reading file failed: No file contents for /Users/me/binwarden/bitwarden-clients/bitwarden-init-test/.claude/commands/bitwarden-init/init.md. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/binwarden/bitwarden-clients/bitwarden-init-test/.claude/commands/bitwarden-init/enhance.md + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:11:29 + +``` +Reading file failed: No file contents for /Users/me/binwarden/bitwarden-clients/bitwarden-init-test/.claude/commands/bitwarden-init/enhance.md. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Find `**/.claude/plugins/**/claude.json` + +**Tool:** search +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:11:29 + +``` +No files found +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: `find /Users/me/binwarden/bitwarden-clients/bitwarden-init-test/.claude -name "*.json" -o -name "*.md" | head -20` + +**Tool:** execute +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:11:32 +**Description:** Find plugin configuration files +**Command:** find /Users/me/binwarden/bitwarden-clients/bitwarden-init-test/.claude -name "*.json" -o -name "*.md" | head -20 + +``` +/Users/me/binwarden/bitwarden-clients/bitwarden-init-test/.claude/settings.local.json +/Users/me/binwarden/bitwarden-clients/bitwarden-init-test/.claude/skills/angular-modernization/migration-patterns.md +/Users/me/binwarden/bitwarden-clients/bitwarden-init-test/.claude/skills/angular-modernization/SKILL.md +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/binwarden/bitwarden-clients/bitwarden-init-test/.claude/settings.local.json + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:11:36 + +``` +{ + "enabledPlugins": { + "bitwarden-init@bitwarden-marketplace": true + } +} +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: `find ~/.config/claude/marketplace -name "*bitwarden-init*" -type d 2>/dev/null | head -5` + +**Tool:** execute +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:20:40 +**Description:** Find bitwarden-init plugin directory +**Command:** find ~/.config/claude/marketplace -name "*bitwarden-init*" -type d 2>/dev/null | head -5 + +``` + +``` + + +### Tool Call [failed]: `ls -la ~/.config/claude/marketplace/` + +**Tool:** execute +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:20:46 +**Description:** List marketplace plugin directories +**Command:** ls -la ~/.config/claude/marketplace/ + +``` +Exit code 1 +ls: /Users/me/.config/claude/marketplace/: No such file or directory +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: `find ~ -name "bitwarden-init" -type d 2>/dev/null | grep -i claude | head -5` + +**Tool:** execute +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:21:59 +**Description:** Find bitwarden-init plugin location +**Command:** find ~ -name "bitwarden-init" -type d 2>/dev/null | grep -i claude | head -5 + +``` +/Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/claude.json + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:02 + +``` +Reading file failed: No file contents for /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/claude.json. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: `ls -la /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/` + +**Tool:** execute +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:02 +**Description:** List bitwarden-init plugin files +**Command:** ls -la /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/ + +``` +total 0 +drwx------@ 3 me staff 96 Jan 13 14:52 . +drwx------@ 3 me staff 96 Jan 13 14:52 .. +drwx------@ 7 me staff 224 Jan 13 14:52 1.1.0 +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/claude.json + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:06 + +``` +Reading file failed: No file contents for /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/claude.json. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: `ls -la /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/` + +**Tool:** execute +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:06 +**Description:** List plugin version directory +**Command:** ls -la /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/ + +``` +total 24 +drwx------@ 7 me staff 224 Jan 13 14:52 . +drwx------@ 3 me staff 96 Jan 13 14:52 .. +drwx------@ 3 me staff 96 Jan 13 14:52 .claude-plugin +-rw-r--r--@ 1 me staff 1137 Jan 13 14:52 CHANGELOG.md +drwx------@ 4 me staff 128 Jan 13 14:52 commands +-rw-r--r--@ 1 me staff 752 Jan 13 14:52 CONTRIBUTING.md +-rw-r--r--@ 1 me staff 3916 Jan 13 14:52 README.md +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/.claude-plugin/claude.json + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:09 + +``` +Reading file failed: No file contents for /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/.claude-plugin/claude.json. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: `ls -la /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/` + +**Tool:** execute +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:09 +**Description:** List command files +**Command:** ls -la /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/ + +``` +total 0 +drwx------@ 4 me staff 128 Jan 13 14:52 . +drwx------@ 7 me staff 224 Jan 13 14:52 .. +drwx------@ 3 me staff 96 Jan 13 14:52 enhance +drwx------@ 4 me staff 128 Jan 13 14:52 init +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/init/command.json + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:13 + +``` +Reading file failed: No file contents for /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/init/command.json. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/enhance/command.json + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:13 + +``` +Reading file failed: No file contents for /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/enhance/command.json. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: `ls -la /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/.claude-plugin/` + +**Tool:** execute +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:16 +**Description:** Check plugin metadata directory +**Command:** ls -la /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/.claude-plugin/ + +``` +total 8 +drwx------@ 3 me staff 96 Jan 13 14:52 . +drwx------@ 7 me staff 224 Jan 13 14:52 .. +-rw-r--r--@ 1 me staff 583 Jan 13 14:52 plugin.json +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/.claude-plugin/plugin.json + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:20 + +``` +{ + "name": "bitwarden-init", + "version": "1.1.0", + "description": "Initialize Claude Code configuration with Bitwarden's standardized template format", + "author": { + "name": "Bitwarden", + "url": "https://github.com/bitwarden" + }, + "homepage": "https://github.com/bitwarden/ai-plugins/tree/main/plugins/bitwarden-init", + "repository": "https://github.com/bitwarden/ai-plugins", + "keywords": [ + "init", + "initialization", + "setup", + "configuration", + "template" + ], + "commands": [ + "./commands/init/init.md", + "./commands/enhance/enhance.md" + ] +} +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: `ls -la /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/init/ && ls -la /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/enhance/` + +**Tool:** execute +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:20 +**Description:** Check command directories structure +**Command:** ls -la /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/init/ && ls -la /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/enhance/ + +``` +total 8 +drwx------@ 4 me staff 128 Jan 13 14:52 . +drwx------@ 4 me staff 128 Jan 13 14:52 .. +-rw-r--r--@ 1 me staff 1124 Jan 13 14:52 init.md +drwx------@ 3 me staff 96 Jan 13 14:52 scripts +total 16 +drwx------@ 3 me staff 96 Jan 13 14:52 . +drwx------@ 4 me staff 128 Jan 13 14:52 .. +-rw-r--r--@ 1 me staff 4397 Jan 13 14:52 enhance.md +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/init/init.md + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:24 + +``` +` +--- +description: Initialize a Claude Code CLAUDE.md file with Bitwarden's standardized template format +--- + +Initialize Claude Code configuration for this repository using a two-phase process that combines Anthropic's built-in analysis with Bitwarden's extended template. + +**Phase 1: Run Anthropic's built-in init** + +First, execute the built-in `/init` command to generate an initial CLAUDE.md file: + +Use the Bash tool to run: +```bash +claude -p "/init" --allowed-tools “Write” --model "opus" +``` + +Wait for this to complete and verify that CLAUDE.md was created in the current directory. + +**Phase 2: Enhance with Bitwarden template** + +Once Phase 1 completes successfully, run the `/enhance` command from this plugin to extend the CLAUDE.md file with Bitwarden's standardized sections: + +Use the Bash tool to run: +```bash +claude -p "/bitwarden-init:enhance" --allowed-tools “Edit” --model "opus" +``` + +**Completion** + +After both phases complete: +1. Inform the user that CLAUDE.md has been created and enhanced +2. Suggest they review and customize the generated file +3. Remind them to commit CLAUDE.md to their repository +` +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/enhance/enhance.md + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:24 + +``` +--- +description: Enhance an existing CLAUDE.md with Bitwarden's standardized template structure and supplementary research +--- + +Enhance the existing CLAUDE.md file with Bitwarden's standardized template format. + +**Prerequisites**: This command expects a CLAUDE.md file to already exist in the repository root (typically generated by Anthropic's `/init` command). + +**Instructions:** + +1. **Read Existing CLAUDE.md**: First, read the current CLAUDE.md file to understand what has already been documented about the project. + +2. **Supplementary Research**: Perform additional codebase analysis to fill gaps and gather information for Bitwarden's extended sections: + - Examine security-related code, authentication flows, and authorization patterns + - Identify anti-patterns, common mistakes, or areas of technical debt + - Review data models, database schemas, and API contracts + - Look for configuration management, environment variables, and secrets handling + - Find testing patterns, utilities, and coverage expectations + - Identify external documentation sources and authoritative references + +3. **Enhance CLAUDE.md**: Restructure the file to use **exactly** the following six sections. + +**CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS:** +- The final CLAUDE.md MUST use these exact headings verbatim - no other top-level headings are allowed +- ALL content from the original CLAUDE.md MUST be incorporated into one of these six sections - do not remove any information +- Reorganize and merge existing content into the appropriate sections below +- Add new information from your supplementary research to fill gaps + +**Required Sections (use these exact headings):** + +## Overview +- Brief description of the business domain and project purpose +- Key concepts and terminology specific to this codebase +- Primary user types and their main workflows +- Integration points with external systems + +## Architecture & Patterns +- High-level folder structure and organization +- Module boundaries and layer dependencies +- Communication patterns between components +- Design patterns and architectural decisions +- External service integrations + +## Stack Best Practices +- Language-specific idioms and conventions used in this codebase +- Framework patterns and recommended approaches +- Dependency injection and configuration patterns +- Error handling and validation strategies +- Testing approaches and utilities +- Where to find authoritative documentation on the web + +## Anti-Patterns +- Common mistakes to avoid in this codebase +- Security concerns (e.g., logging sensitive data, hardcoded secrets) +- Performance pitfalls +- Maintenance anti-patterns (e.g., non-parameterized SQL queries) + +## Data Models +- Core domain entities and their relationships +- Key value objects and DTOs +- Data validation rules and constraints +- Database migration patterns +- API request/response formats + +## Configuration, Security, and Authentication +- Environment variable management +- Secrets handling +- Authentication and authorization flows +- API security patterns and middleware +- Compliance requirements and security controls + +**Enhancement Guidelines:** +- **No information loss**: Every piece of content from the original CLAUDE.md must appear in the final output, incorporated into the appropriate section +- **Strict heading structure**: Only the six headings above are permitted as top-level sections - merge any other headings as subsections or bullet points within the appropriate section +- **Fill gaps**: Add information for any sections that are missing or incomplete based on your supplementary research +- **Be specific**: Include concrete examples, file paths, and code references from this codebase +- **Prioritize security**: Pay special attention to authentication, authorization, and data protection patterns +- **Stay current**: Reference actual patterns found in the code, not assumptions +- **Keep it concise**: Bullet points and clear structure over verbose paragraphs + +**Content Quality Standards:** +- Every section should have substantive, codebase-specific content +- Avoid generic advice that could apply to any project +- Include file paths and specific examples where helpful (e.g., "See `src/auth/guards/` for authentication guards") +- Note any deviations from standard practices and why they exist + +**Final Step**: After enhancing CLAUDE.md, provide a brief summary of what was added or changed compared to the original file. +``` +## Agent (2026-01-13 15:22:26) + +Bobert sees the issue! The `init.md` command is trying to use `--allowed-tools "Edit"` for the enhance phase, but this doesn't automatically grant permission - it just limits which tools can be used. The Edit tool still requires user approval for CLAUDE.md by default. + +Let me check the Claude Code documentation for the proper solution: + +### Tool Call [completed]: "Claude Code plugin permissions file operations Edit Write tool auto-approve" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:57 + +``` +Web search results for query: "Claude Code plugin permissions file operations Edit Write tool auto-approve" + +Links: [{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"ClaudeLog - Claude Code Docs, Guides, Tutorials & Best Practices","url":"https://claudelog.com/mechanics/auto-accept-permissions/"},{"title":"How to make Claude Desktop Auto-Approve MCP Tools: A Power User’s Guide","url":"https://kahunam.com/articles/blog/how-to-make-claude-desktop-auto-approve-mcp-tools-a-power-users-guide/"},{"title":"claude-permissions - Claude Skills - Claude Code Plugins","url":"https://claude-plugins.dev/skills/@otrebu/agents/claude-permissions"},{"title":"A complete guide to Claude Code permissions","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Permission Model in Claude Code: How Permissions Work in VS Code & CLI","url":"https://skywork.ai/blog/permission-model-claude-code-vs-code-jetbrains-cli/"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Understanding Claude Code Permissions and Security Settings","url":"https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/claude-code-permissions/"},{"title":"Securely Enabling Claude Code Auto Approval in Three Steps - SmartScope","url":"https://smartscope.blog/en/generative-ai/claude/claude-code-auto-permission-guide/"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"ClaudeLog - Claude Code Docs, Guides, Tutorials & Best Practices","url":"https://claudelog.com/mechanics/auto-accept-permissions/"},{"title":"How to make Claude Desktop Auto-Approve MCP Tools: A Power User’s Guide","url":"https://kahunam.com/articles/blog/how-to-make-claude-desktop-auto-approve-mcp-tools-a-power-users-guide/"},{"title":"claude-permissions - Claude Skills - Claude Code Plugins","url":"https://claude-plugins.dev/skills/@otrebu/agents/claude-permissions"},{"title":"A complete guide to Claude Code permissions","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Permission Model in Claude Code: How Permissions Work in VS Code & CLI","url":"https://skywork.ai/blog/permission-model-claude-code-vs-code-jetbrains-cli/"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Understanding Claude Code Permissions and Security Settings","url":"https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/claude-code-permissions/"},{"title":"Securely Enabling Claude Code Auto Approval in Three Steps - SmartScope","url":"https://smartscope.blog/en/generative-ai/claude/claude-code-auto-permission-guide/"}] + +I found comprehensive information about Claude Code plugin permissions, file operations, and auto-approval settings. Here's what I discovered: + +## Permission Modes + +Claude Code offers an "acceptEdits" mode that auto-approves file operations (Edit, Write tools) so Claude can edit code without prompting. Other tools like Bash commands that aren't filesystem operations still require normal permissions. + +You can press Shift+Tab to cycle through permission modes: normal-mode (standard prompts), auto-accept edit on (auto-accept all permissions), and plan mode on (read-only). + +## Configuration Methods + +**Settings.json approach:** +You can configure permissions in settings.json with allow, deny, and ask rules for specific tools like "Read", "Write", "Edit", and Bash commands. For example: +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allow": ["Read", "Write", "Edit"], + "deny": ["Read(.env*)"], + "ask": ["Bash(git push --force:*)"] + } +} +``` + +**CLI flags:** +The --allowedTools CLI flag allows you to specify tools that should be allowed without prompting for a specific session. + +## Security Considerations + +The acceptEdits mode is recommended when you trust Claude's edits and want faster iteration, such as during prototyping or when working in an isolated directory. Use auto-accept cautiously, as without permission prompts Claude would immediately execute all proposed changes including file modifications and bash commands. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "Claude Code documentation automatic permission tool approval --allowed-tools flag" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:22:58 + +``` +Web search results for query: "Claude Code documentation automatic permission tool approval --allowed-tools flag" + +Links: [{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"ClaudeLog - Claude Code Docs, Guides, Tutorials & Best Practices","url":"https://claudelog.com/mechanics/auto-accept-permissions/"},{"title":"A complete guide to Claude Code permissions","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"How to make Claude Desktop Auto-Approve MCP Tools: A Power User’s Guide","url":"https://kahunam.com/articles/blog/how-to-make-claude-desktop-auto-approve-mcp-tools-a-power-users-guide/"},{"title":"Permission Model in Claude Code: How Permissions Work in VS Code & CLI","url":"https://skywork.ai/blog/permission-model-claude-code-vs-code-jetbrains-cli/"},{"title":"Handling Permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://docs.claude.com/en/docs/claude-code/sdk/sdk-permissions"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"ClaudeLog - Claude Code Docs, Guides, Tutorials & Best Practices","url":"https://claudelog.com/mechanics/auto-accept-permissions/"},{"title":"A complete guide to Claude Code permissions","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"How to make Claude Desktop Auto-Approve MCP Tools: A Power User’s Guide","url":"https://kahunam.com/articles/blog/how-to-make-claude-desktop-auto-approve-mcp-tools-a-power-users-guide/"},{"title":"Permission Model in Claude Code: How Permissions Work in VS Code & CLI","url":"https://skywork.ai/blog/permission-model-claude-code-vs-code-jetbrains-cli/"},{"title":"Handling Permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://docs.claude.com/en/docs/claude-code/sdk/sdk-permissions"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"}] + +Based on the search results, here's information about Claude Code's documentation on automatic permission tool approval and the `--allowed-tools` flag: + +## Overview + +The --allowedTools CLI flag allows you to specify a list of tools that should be allowed without prompting for a specific session. This provides a way to grant automatic approval for specific tools while maintaining security controls. + +## Configuration Methods + +You can configure allowed tools in multiple ways: + +1. **CLI Flag**: claude --allowedTools Edit for a throw-away session + +2. **Interactive Prompt**: Click "Always allow" when Claude asks + +3. **Chat Command**: Permission rules can be configured using /allowed-tools or in permission settings + +4. **Configuration Files**: + - User settings: ~/.claude/settings.json applies to all projects + - Project settings: .claude/settings.json + - Local project settings: .claude/settings.local.json + +## Permission System + +By default, Claude Code takes a conservative approach to safety, requiring your permission for actions that could modify your system, such as writing files, executing many bash commands, or using Model Context Protocol (MCP) tools. + +The permission evaluation follows this order: +Check rules defined in settings.json in this order: deny rules first (block regardless of other rules), then allow rules (permit if matched), then ask rules (prompt for approval). + +## Example Configuration + +An example of configuring allowed tools in settings.json: +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allowedTools": [ + "Read", + "Write(src/**)", + "Bash(git *)", + "Bash(npm *)" + ] + } +} +``` + +You can find more detailed information in the official documentation at the Claude Code settings page. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "Claude Code CLAUDE.md edit permission configuration settings" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:23:01 + +``` +Web search results for query: "Claude Code CLAUDE.md edit permission configuration settings" + +Links: [{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"How to Set Claude Code Permission Mode | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/how-to-set-claude-code-permission-mode/"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"A complete guide to Claude Code permissions","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Understanding Claude Code Permissions and Security Settings","url":"https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/claude-code-permissions/"},{"title":"Approve and reset project permissions in Claude Code - M.academy","url":"https://m.academy/lessons/approve-reset-project-permissions-claude-code/"},{"title":"Permission Model in Claude Code: How Permissions Work in VS Code & CLI","url":"https://skywork.ai/blog/permission-model-claude-code-vs-code-jetbrains-cli/"},{"title":"Permission Management - Development | Claude Fast","url":"https://claudefa.st/blog/guide/development/permission-management"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"How to Set Claude Code Permission Mode | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/how-to-set-claude-code-permission-mode/"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"A complete guide to Claude Code permissions","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Understanding Claude Code Permissions and Security Settings","url":"https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/claude-code-permissions/"},{"title":"Approve and reset project permissions in Claude Code - M.academy","url":"https://m.academy/lessons/approve-reset-project-permissions-claude-code/"},{"title":"Permission Model in Claude Code: How Permissions Work in VS Code & CLI","url":"https://skywork.ai/blog/permission-model-claude-code-vs-code-jetbrains-cli/"},{"title":"Permission Management - Development | Claude Fast","url":"https://claudefa.st/blog/guide/development/permission-management"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"}] + +Based on the search results, here's what I found about Claude Code CLAUDE.md files and edit permission configuration settings: + +## CLAUDE.md Files + +CLAUDE.md files contain instructions and context that Claude loads at startup. These memory files can be placed at different levels: + +- Global: ~/.claude/CLAUDE.md (applies to all projects) +- Project-level: .claude/CLAUDE.md (shared with team) + +By documenting coding standards, architectural patterns, and known pitfalls in CLAUDE.md, you can guide Claude's behavior, reduce repetitive instructions, and enhance consistency. + +## Edit Permission Configuration + +### Permission Settings Location + +To prevent Claude Code from accessing files containing sensitive information like API keys, secrets, and environment files, use the permissions.deny setting in your .claude/settings.json file. + +Settings can be configured at multiple levels: +- User settings: ~/.claude/settings.json (applies to all projects) +- Project settings: .claude/settings.json (shared with team, checked into git) +- Local project settings: .claude/settings.local.json (personal, ignored by git) + +### Permission Modes + +Claude Code currently has 4 permission modes it can operate under: default - allows reads, asks before other operations · plan - analyze but not modify files or execute commands · acceptEdits - bypass permission prompts for file edits · bypassPermissions - give AI the keys, no permission prompts. + +You can set a defaultMode within settings.json to define the default permission behavior when opening Claude Code. For instance, acceptEdits will approve most plain file edits automatically. + +### Allow/Deny Rules + +Filesystem and network restrictions are configured via Read, Edit, and WebFetch permission rules. You can use patterns like: + +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allow": ["Read", "Write(src/**)", "Bash(git *)"], + "deny": ["Read(.env*)", "Write(production.config.*)"] + } +} +``` + +### Managed Settings + +managed-settings.json cannot be overridden by user or project settings, allowing organizations to enforce global security policies. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: ""claude.ai/code" documentation tool permissions allowed-tools" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:23:01 + +``` +Web search results for query: ""claude.ai/code" documentation tool permissions allowed-tools" + +Links: [{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code - Instructa.ai","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"A complete guide to Claude Code permissions","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"What are Allowed Tools in Claude Code | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-are-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/"},{"title":"Handling Permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://docs.claude.com/en/docs/claude-code/sdk/sdk-permissions"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"},{"title":"Claude Code: Best practices for agentic coding","url":"https://www.anthropic.com/engineering/claude-code-best-practices"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code - Instructa.ai","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"A complete guide to Claude Code permissions","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"What are Allowed Tools in Claude Code | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-are-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/"},{"title":"Handling Permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://docs.claude.com/en/docs/claude-code/sdk/sdk-permissions"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"},{"title":"Claude Code: Best practices for agentic coding","url":"https://www.anthropic.com/engineering/claude-code-best-practices"}] + +I found comprehensive documentation about Claude Code's tool permissions and allowed-tools system. Here's a summary of the key information: + +## Tool Permissions in Claude Code + +Claude Code has access to a set of powerful tools with permission rules that can be configured using /allowed-tools or in permission settings. + +### Main Tool Types + +Claude Code recognizes four main types of tools: Bash Commands (terminal instructions with wildcards support like npm run test:*), Read and Edit permissions (controlling file access, often following .gitignore filters), Web Fetch (for accessing websites), and MCP Tools (managing access to external tools via Model Context Protocol). + +### Permission Syntax + +The syntax includes ToolName (permit every action), ToolName(*) (permit any argument), and ToolName(filter) (permit matching calls only), with deny rules sitting on top of allow rules. + +### Configuration Methods + +There are several ways to configure allowed tools: + +1. **Interactive prompts**: When prompted during a session, you can select "Always allow" for that specific action to add it to your allowlist. + +2. **Slash commands**: The /permissions command allows you to add or remove tools from the allowlist, such as adding Edit to always allow file edits or Bash(git commit:*) to allow Git commits. + +3. **Configuration files**: User settings are defined in ~/.claude/settings.json (applies to all projects), project settings in .claude/settings.json, or for local-only settings use .claude/settings.local.json (which Claude Code configures git to ignore). + +4. **CLI flags**: The --allowedTools CLI flag allows you to specify a list of tools that should be allowed without prompting for a specific session, while the --disallowedTools flag allows you to explicitly deny certain tools. + +### Permission Modes + +When Claude requests a tool, the SDK checks permissions in this order: deny rules first (block regardless of other rules), then allow rules (permit if matched), then ask rules (prompt for approval). + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://claudelog.com/mechanics/auto-accept-permissions/ + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:23:15 + +``` +# Auto-Accept Permissions in Claude Code + +## How to Activate Auto-Accept + +Press `shift+tab` repeatedly to cycle through permission modes. The UI will display "auto-accept edit on" when activated. This mode eliminates confirmation prompts, allowing Claude to execute actions immediately. + +## Permission Mode Cycling + +Three modes are available: +- **normal-mode** — Standard permission prompts for all operations +- **auto-accept edit on** — Auto-accepts all permissions +- **plan mode on** — Read-only research mode + +## Configuration via allowedTools + +The document references adjusting which tools are permitted through your `allowedTools` configuration, directing users to "the Claude Code Configuration Guide" for specifics. However, **the page does not provide explicit configuration details** for Edit and Write tools, file-specific permission patterns, or CLAUDE.md editing settings. + +## Key Limitation + +While the article states you can "adjust which tools are allowed through auto-accept mode by updating your `allowedTools` configuration," it does not include the actual configuration syntax, tool names, or file-specific patterns needed to implement these settings. + +**For detailed tool configuration**, the documentation references the Configuration Guide at `/configuration/`, which this page does not excerpt. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:23:15 + +``` +# Permission Configuration Summary + +Based on the provided documentation, here's what's available: + +## 1. Configuring Permissions for Specific Tools and Files + +The SDK uses a multi-step evaluation process. Permissions can be configured through: + +- **Declarative rules** in `settings.json` (referenced but not detailed in this excerpt) +- **Hooks** that "run custom code to allow, deny, or modify tool requests" +- **Permission modes** set at query time or changed dynamically during sessions +- **Runtime callbacks** via `canUseTool` for interactive approval flows + +## 2. Permission Rule Syntax and Examples + +The document references that "Permission rules: configure declarative allow/deny rules in `settings.json`" but provides no syntax examples or rule specifications in this content. It mentions three rule types—`deny`, `allow`, and `ask`—are evaluated in that order, but implementation details aren't included. + +## 3. Plugin Default Permissions + +No information about plugin permission defaults appears in this excerpt. + +## 4. Automatic Approval Mechanisms + +**The `acceptEdits` mode** auto-approves specific operations: + +- "File edits (Edit, Write tools)" +- "Filesystem commands: `mkdir`, `touch`, `rm`, `mv`, `cp`" + +This mode is intended "when you trust Claude's edits and want faster iteration." Other tools require standard permission handling. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:23:19 + +``` +# Claude Code Settings: Tools, Permissions, and Configuration + +## 1. allowedTools Configuration + +The documentation doesn't provide explicit `allowedTools` syntax. Instead, permissions are configured through **permission rules** in `settings.json` using `allow`, `deny`, and `ask` arrays that control tool access by matching patterns. + +## 2. Auto-Approving Edit and Write Tools + +To auto-approve specific file modifications, use the `permissions.allow` setting: + +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allow": [ + "Edit(src/**)", + "Write(docs/**)" + ] + } +} +``` + +The documentation states: `"allow"` is an "Array of permission rules to allow tool use" with examples like `"Edit(src/**)"` and `"Write(docs/**)"`. Pattern matching uses **prefix matching for Bash**, though file patterns support glob syntax. + +## 3. settings.json Structure and File Paths + +**Scope hierarchy:** + +| Scope | Location | Shared | +|-------|----------|--------| +| **Managed** | `/Library/Application Support/ClaudeCode/` (macOS) | Yes | +| **User** | `~/.claude/settings.json` | No | +| **Project** | `.claude/settings.json` | Yes | +| **Local** | `.claude/settings.local.json` | No | + +The documentation notes: `".claude/settings.local.json"` files are "gitignored when created" for personal project overrides. + +## 4. Permission Rules with File Patterns + +**Core rule syntax:** + +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allow": ["Read(~/.zshrc)", "Bash(npm run:*)"], + "deny": ["Read(./.env)", "Read(./secrets/**)", "WebFetch"], + "ask": ["Bash(git push:*)"] + } +} +``` + +Key points from documentation: Bash rules use **"prefix matching, not regex"**; the `deny` setting should exclude "sensitive files" like `.env` and `secrets/**`; file patterns support glob syntax like `**` for recursive matching. + +## 5. Plugin-Specific Permission Configuration + +Plugin permissions are managed through: + +- **`enabledPlugins`**: Format is `"plugin-name@marketplace-name": true/false` +- **`strictKnownMarketplaces`** (managed settings only): Allowlist of plugin sources with exact matching requirements + +Example: +```json +{ + "enabledPlugins": { + "formatter@acme-tools": true, + "deployer@acme-tools": false + } +} +``` + +Plugins don't have granular per-plugin permission rules; access control occurs at the marketplace level via managed settings, enforced **"BEFORE network/filesystem operations"**. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://docs.claude.com/en/docs/claude-code/sdk/sdk-permissions + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:23:26 + +``` +REDIRECT DETECTED: The URL redirects to a different host. + +Original URL: https://docs.claude.com/en/docs/claude-code/sdk/sdk-permissions +Redirect URL: https://code.claude.com/docs/en/sdk/sdk-permissions +Status: 301 Moved Permanently + +To complete your request, I need to fetch content from the redirected URL. Please use WebFetch again with these parameters: +- url: "https://code.claude.com/docs/en/sdk/sdk-permissions" +- prompt: "Extract all information about: 1) how SDK plugins can configure default permissions, 2) permission hooks and callbacks, 3) how slash commands or plugins can set allowed tools, 4) any programmatic ways to auto-approve specific tools for specific files" +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:23:32 + +``` +# Claude Code Permissions: Configuration Examples + +Based on the web content provided, here's what I found regarding your specific requests: + +## 1) Configuring Edit/Write Permissions for Specific Files + +The documentation mentions that permissions can be configured in `.claude/settings.json` files, but **the provided content does not include specific syntax examples for configuring Edit and Write permissions for files like CLAUDE.md**. The guide references that rules exist for allow, deny, and ask operations, but detailed file-level permission syntax is not present in this excerpt. + +## 2) --allowed-tools CLI Flag Usage + +The content does **not provide examples of an `--allowed-tools` CLI flag**. However, it does mention the `--dangerously-skip-permissions` flag as a command-line option that should "only be used for well-defined, automated tasks running in a secure, isolated environment like a Docker container." + +## 3) Settings.json Permission Configuration + +The guide confirms that `.claude/settings.json` files exist and should be checked into source control so teams use "the same set of `allow`, `deny`, and `ask` rules." However, **complete JSON syntax examples are not included in the provided content**. + +## 4) Making Specific Files Always Editable + +The documentation does **not contain specific instructions** for making particular files always editable. It does reference that `deny` rules "always override `allow` rules," suggesting a hierarchy exists, but concrete configuration methods aren't detailed here. + +**Recommendation**: Consult [Anthropic's official Claude Code documentation](https://docs.anthropic.com/en/docs/claude-code/settings) for complete configuration syntax and examples. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://code.claude.com/docs/en/sdk/sdk-permissions + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:23:36 + +``` +REDIRECT DETECTED: The URL redirects to a different host. + +Original URL: https://code.claude.com/docs/en/sdk/sdk-permissions +Redirect URL: https://docs.claude.com/en/docs/agent-sdk/permissions +Status: 301 Moved Permanently + +To complete your request, I need to fetch content from the redirected URL. Please use WebFetch again with these parameters: +- url: "https://docs.claude.com/en/docs/agent-sdk/permissions" +- prompt: "Extract all information about: 1) how SDK plugins can configure default permissions, 2) permission hooks and callbacks, 3) how slash commands or plugins can set allowed tools, 4) any programmatic ways to auto-approve specific tools for specific files" +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "Claude Code plugin manifest.json allowedTools default permissions configuration" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:23:54 + +``` +Web search results for query: "Claude Code plugin manifest.json allowedTools default permissions configuration" + +Links: [{"title":"Plugins reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/plugins-reference"},{"title":"Claude Code Configuration Guide | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/configuration/"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"claude-permissions - Claude Skills - Claude Code Plugins","url":"https://claude-plugins.dev/skills/@otrebu/agents/claude-permissions"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"The Complete Guide to Setting Global Instructions for Claude Code CLI | by Naqeeb ali Shamsi | Medium","url":"https://naqeebali-shamsi.medium.com/the-complete-guide-to-setting-global-instructions-for-claude-code-cli-cec8407c99a0"},{"title":"Agent SDK reference - TypeScript - Claude Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/sdk/sdk-typescript"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"},{"title":"Configuring Claude Code","url":"https://ainativedev.io/news/configuring-claude-code"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Plugins reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/plugins-reference"},{"title":"Claude Code Configuration Guide | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/configuration/"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"claude-permissions - Claude Skills - Claude Code Plugins","url":"https://claude-plugins.dev/skills/@otrebu/agents/claude-permissions"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"The Complete Guide to Setting Global Instructions for Claude Code CLI | by Naqeeb ali Shamsi | Medium","url":"https://naqeebali-shamsi.medium.com/the-complete-guide-to-setting-global-instructions-for-claude-code-cli-cec8407c99a0"},{"title":"Agent SDK reference - TypeScript - Claude Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/sdk/sdk-typescript"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"},{"title":"Configuring Claude Code","url":"https://ainativedev.io/news/configuring-claude-code"}] + +Based on the search results, I can provide information about Claude Code plugin configuration, but I should note that the search results focus more on Claude Code's general configuration rather than specifically plugin `manifest.json` or `plugin.json` files with `allowedTools` settings. + +## Claude Code Plugin Configuration + +### Plugin Manifest Structure + +The plugin.json file defines your plugin's metadata and configuration. The plugin structure includes a `.claude-plugin/` directory containing `plugin.json` as the manifest. + +### AllowedTools Configuration + +For general Claude Code configuration (not specifically plugin manifests), the `allowedTools` array is configured in project settings with tools like "Task", "Bash", "Glob", "Grep", "LS", "Read", "Edit", "MultiEdit", "Write", "WebFetch", and "WebSearch". + +### Permission Configuration Locations + +Tool permissions can be stored in `.claude/settings.json` for a repository or `~/.claude.json` for every project, with `.claude/settings.local.json` for local-only project settings. + +### Default Permissions + +By default, Claude Code takes a conservative approach to safety, requiring your permission for actions that could modify your system, such as writing files, executing many bash commands, or using Model Context Protocol (MCP) tools. + +### Programmatic Configuration + +Programmatic options (like agents, allowedTools) always override filesystem settings. + +The search results primarily cover general Claude Code configuration rather than specific plugin manifest structures with `allowedTools`. If you need more specific information about plugin manifests, you may want to consult the official Claude Code plugin documentation directly. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://docs.claude.com/en/docs/agent-sdk/permissions + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:24:00 + +``` +REDIRECT DETECTED: The URL redirects to a different host. + +Original URL: https://docs.claude.com/en/docs/agent-sdk/permissions +Redirect URL: https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions +Status: 302 Found + +To complete your request, I need to fetch content from the redirected URL. Please use WebFetch again with these parameters: +- url: "https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions" +- prompt: "Extract complete information about: 1) permission hooks and how they work, 2) how to programmatically set allowed tools, 3) acceptEdits mode and how it's configured, 4) any API or configuration for auto-approving specific tools for specific files" +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://code.claude.com/docs/en/plugins-reference + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:24:06 + +``` +# Plugin Configuration Reference + +## 1. Plugin.json Manifest Structure + +The manifest file (`.claude-plugin/plugin.json`) defines plugin metadata and component paths. The complete schema includes: + +**Required fields:** +- `name`: Unique identifier in kebab-case + +**Metadata fields:** +- `version`: Semantic versioning +- `description`: Plugin purpose +- `author`, `homepage`, `repository`, `license`, `keywords` + +**Component path fields:** +- `commands`: Custom command files/directories +- `agents`: Subagent markdown files +- `skills`: Agent Skills directories +- `hooks`: Hook configuration path or inline config +- `mcpServers`: MCP server definitions +- `lspServers`: Language server configurations +- `outputStyles`: Additional output style files + +## 2. Permissions Configuration + +**Finding**: The documentation does not contain information about configuring default permissions, `allowedTools` fields, or auto-approval mechanisms within the plugin.json manifest. + +The reference covers command invocation, hooks, MCP servers, and LSP integration, but **does not document a permissions or tools allowlist system** for plugins. + +## 3. Configuration Example + +A typical plugin.json structure: + +```json +{ + "name": "deployment-tools", + "version": "2.1.0", + "description": "Deployment automation", + "author": {"name": "Dev Team"}, + "commands": ["./custom/commands/"], + "agents": "./custom/agents/", + "mcpServers": "./mcp-config.json" +} +``` + +**Note**: The provided documentation does not address permission pre-configuration or tool auto-approval features within plugin manifests. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:24:16 + +``` +# Permission Configuration in Claude Agent SDK + +## 1) Permission Hooks + +Hooks are the first step in permission evaluation. According to the documentation, they "run custom code to allow, deny, or modify tool requests." The SDK checks hooks before evaluating any other permission controls, allowing them to intercept and handle tool requests before they reach subsequent permission layers. + +For detailed implementation, the documentation references the [Control execution with hooks](/docs/en/agent-sdk/hooks) guide. + +## 2) Programmatically Setting Allowed Tools + +The documentation doesn't provide a method for programmatically specifying allowed tools within code. Instead, it directs developers to use declarative allow rules defined in `settings.json`. The `canUseTool` callback can also be implemented for runtime decisions, but there's no code-based allowlist mechanism described in this content. + +## 3) acceptEdits Mode Configuration + +The `acceptEdits` permission mode auto-approves file operations. It's set at query initialization: + +```python +options=ClaudeAgentOptions(permission_mode="acceptEdits") +``` + +Auto-approved operations include: +- "File edits (Edit, Write tools)" +- "Filesystem commands: `mkdir`, `touch`, `rm`, `mv`, `cp`" + +This mode doesn't require additional configuration—simply specifying it enables automatic approval for these operations while other tools maintain normal permission requirements. + +## 4) File-Specific Auto-Approval API + +No file-specific auto-approval API is documented. Permission rules in `settings.json` are tool-focused rather than file-focused, and no mechanism for granular file-path-based permissions is described. + +## 5) settings.json Structure + +The documentation references permission settings but doesn't provide the actual `settings.json` structure or examples. It only notes that "deny rules first (block regardless of other rules), then allow rules (permit if matched), then ask rules" are checked in that order within this configuration file. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: ""Edit(CLAUDE.md)" OR "Write(CLAUDE.md)" Claude Code settings.json permission example" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:24:30 + +``` +Web search results for query: ""Edit(CLAUDE.md)" OR "Write(CLAUDE.md)" Claude Code settings.json permission example" + +I'll search for information about Claude Code settings with CLAUDE.md file permissions. + +Links: [{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"Understanding Claude Code Permissions and Security Settings","url":"https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/claude-code-permissions/"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"ClaudeLog - Claude Code Docs, Guides, Tutorials & Best Practices","url":"https://claudelog.com/configuration/"},{"title":"How I use Claude Code (+ my best tips)","url":"https://www.builder.io/blog/claude-code"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"A developer's guide to settings.json in Claude Code (2025)","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/settings-json-claude-code"},{"title":"Claude Code managed-settings.json Ultimate Guide","url":"https://managed-settings.com/"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"Understanding Claude Code Permissions and Security Settings","url":"https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/claude-code-permissions/"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"ClaudeLog - Claude Code Docs, Guides, Tutorials & Best Practices","url":"https://claudelog.com/configuration/"},{"title":"How I use Claude Code (+ my best tips)","url":"https://www.builder.io/blog/claude-code"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"A developer's guide to settings.json in Claude Code (2025)","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/settings-json-claude-code"},{"title":"Claude Code managed-settings.json Ultimate Guide","url":"https://managed-settings.com/"}] + +Based on the search results, I found information about Claude Code's settings.json file and permission configurations. Here's what I found regarding **Edit** and **Write** permissions with CLAUDE.md files: + +## Permission Examples in settings.json + +You can configure hooks via a .claude/settings.json file in your project directory, and the permissions object can include "allowedTools" like "Write". + +Here are specific examples of **Edit** and **Write** permissions for CLAUDE.md files: + +### Hook Configuration Example +A matcher can use "Edit|Write" to trigger hooks for both edit and write operations: + +```json +{ + "hooks": [ + { + "matcher": "Edit|Write", + "hooks": [ + { + "type": "command", + "command": "prettier --write \"$CLAUDE_FILE_PATHS\"" + } + ] + } + ] +} +``` + +### Permission Settings Example +In settings.json, you can specify permissions with "allowedTools": ["Read", "Write", "Bash(git *)"], "deny": ["Write(./production.config.*)"]. + +### Key Settings Locations +User settings are defined in ~/.claude/settings.json and apply to all projects, while project settings are saved in .claude/settings.json for shared team settings or .claude/settings.local.json for personal preferences. + +The search results show various permission patterns but don't specifically show "Edit(CLAUDE.md)" or "Write(CLAUDE.md)" as exact examples. However, these would follow the same syntax pattern as other file-specific permissions shown in the documentation. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://www.eesel.ai/blog/settings-json-claude-code + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:24:39 + +``` +# Settings.json Permission Syntax and Examples + +Based on my review of the provided content, I found **no specific examples** of the following in this article: + +1. **Edit and Write permission syntax with file patterns** - Not included +2. **Complete settings.json examples with permission rules** - Not included +3. **Instructions for allowing edits to specific files like CLAUDE.md** - Not included +4. **Information about --allowed-tools CLI flag** - Not included + +## What the Article Actually Covers + +The article discusses that permissions theoretically use three states: "allow," "ask," and "deny" for controlling which tools Claude Code can execute. However, it notes a critical problem: **"deny" rules are frequently ignored**, creating security risks where the AI might access sensitive files despite explicit restrictions. + +The piece emphasizes the configuration system's unreliability rather than providing implementation details. It documents the permission framework exists but doesn't function reliably in practice, making it difficult to establish trustworthy security controls. + +For actual syntax and examples you're seeking, you would need to consult Anthropic's official Claude Code documentation rather than this guide, which focuses on explaining the system's limitations. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "Claude Code --allowedTools command line flag usage example documentation" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:25:04 + +``` +Web search results for query: "Claude Code --allowedTools command line flag usage example documentation" + +Links: [{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"CLI reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Claude Code: Best practices for agentic coding","url":"https://www.anthropic.com/engineering/claude-code-best-practices"},{"title":"What is --allowedTools in Claude Code | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-is-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/"},{"title":"Claude Code Cheat Sheet: The Reference Guide","url":"https://devoriales.com/post/400/claude-code-cheat-sheet-the-reference-guide"},{"title":"A developer's Claude Code CLI reference (2025 guide)","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-cli-reference"},{"title":"GitHub - Njengah/claude-code-cheat-sheet: Ultimate collection of Claude Code tips, tricks, hacks, and workflows that you can use to master Claude Code in minutes","url":"https://github.com/Njengah/claude-code-cheat-sheet"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"},{"title":"GitHub - zebbern/claude-code-guide: Master Claude Code with this Guide! Includes: Setup, SKILL.md files, Agents, Commands, workflows and tricks making Claude's potential skyrocket!","url":"https://github.com/zebbern/claude-code-guide"}] + +Links: [{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"CLI reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Claude Code: Best practices for agentic coding","url":"https://www.anthropic.com/engineering/claude-code-best-practices"},{"title":"What is --allowedTools in Claude Code | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-is-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/"},{"title":"Claude Code Cheat Sheet: The Reference Guide","url":"https://devoriales.com/post/400/claude-code-cheat-sheet-the-reference-guide"},{"title":"A developer's Claude Code CLI reference (2025 guide)","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-cli-reference"},{"title":"GitHub - Njengah/claude-code-cheat-sheet: Ultimate collection of Claude Code tips, tricks, hacks, and workflows that you can use to master Claude Code in minutes","url":"https://github.com/Njengah/claude-code-cheat-sheet"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"},{"title":"GitHub - zebbern/claude-code-guide: Master Claude Code with this Guide! Includes: Setup, SKILL.md files, Agents, Commands, workflows and tricks making Claude's potential skyrocket!","url":"https://github.com/zebbern/claude-code-guide"}] + +Based on the search results, I found comprehensive documentation on the `--allowedTools` command line flag for Claude Code. Here's how to use it: + +## `--allowedTools` Flag Usage + +The `--allowedTools` flag specifies which Claude Code operations can proceed without permission prompts, providing granular control over automation scope while maintaining security boundaries. + +### Basic Syntax Examples + +Here are basic usage examples: +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Read" "Edit" "Bash(git status)" +claude --allowedTools "Bash(npm *)" "Grep" "Glob" +claude --allowedTools "Read" "Edit" "Bash(git *)" --model sonnet +``` + + +### Advanced Usage in Automation + +For automated workflows, you can combine it with print mode: +```bash +claude -p "migrate foo.py from React to Vue. When you are done, you MUST return the string OK if you succeeded, or FAIL if the task failed." --allowedTools Edit Bash(git commit:*) +``` + + +### Tool Permission Patterns + +You can use various permission patterns: +- `Edit` : change files +- `ReadFile:*` : read any file +- `WriteFile(src/*)` : write inside src/ directory +- `DeleteFile:*` : remove files +- `Bash:*` : every shell command (risky) +- `Bash(ls *)` : just ls command +- `Bash(git commit:*)` : commit with any message +- `Bash(npm install)` : install packages + + +### Alternative Configuration Methods + +You can also set permissions by: +- Manually editing `.claude/settings.json` or `~/.claude.json` +- Using the `--allowedTools` CLI flag for session-specific permissions + + +The flag is particularly useful for headless/automated workflows where you want to avoid interactive permission prompts while maintaining security controls. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "Claude Code .claude/settings.json example Edit Write allow permission complete syntax" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:25:05 + +``` +Web search results for query: "Claude Code .claude/settings.json example Edit Write allow permission complete syntax" + +Links: [{"title":"How to Set Claude Code Permission Mode | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/how-to-set-claude-code-permission-mode/"},{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"Understanding Claude Code Permissions and Security Settings","url":"https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/claude-code-permissions/"},{"title":"Claude Code managed-settings.json Ultimate Guide","url":"https://managed-settings.com/"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"A complete guide to Claude Code permissions","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"A developer's guide to settings.json in Claude Code (2025)","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/settings-json-claude-code"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"}] + +Links: [{"title":"How to Set Claude Code Permission Mode | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/how-to-set-claude-code-permission-mode/"},{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"Understanding Claude Code Permissions and Security Settings","url":"https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/claude-code-permissions/"},{"title":"Claude Code managed-settings.json Ultimate Guide","url":"https://managed-settings.com/"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"A complete guide to Claude Code permissions","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"A developer's guide to settings.json in Claude Code (2025)","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/settings-json-claude-code"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"}] + +I've found comprehensive information about Claude Code `.claude/settings.json` examples with Edit/Write permissions. Here's what I found: + +## Complete `.claude/settings.json` Syntax Examples + +### Basic Permission Structure with Edit/Write + +The permissions object supports `allow` and `deny` arrays for controlling tools like Read, Edit, and Bash commands: + +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allow": [ + "Bash(npm run lint)", + "Bash(npm run test:*)", + "Read(~/.zshrc)" + ], + "deny": [ + "Bash(curl:*)", + "Read(./.env)", + "Read(./.env.*)", + "Read(./secrets/**)" + ] + } +} +``` + +### Complete Configuration with Edit/Write Permissions + +Here's a comprehensive example including allowedTools with Write permissions: + +```json +{ + "model": "claude-sonnet-4-20250514", + "maxTokens": 4096, + "permissions": { + "allowedTools": ["Read", "Write", "Bash(git *)"], + "deny": [ + "Read(./.env)", + "Read(./.env.*)", + "Write(./production.config.*)" + ] + }, + "hooks": { + "PostToolUse": [ + { + "matcher": "Write(*.py)", + "hooks": [ + { + "type": "command", + "command": "python -m black $file" + } + ] + } + ] + } +} +``` + +### Permission Syntax for Edit Tool + +Use Edit allow rules to let Claude write to directories beyond the current working directory, and Edit deny rules to block writes to specific paths. + +The Edit permission supports file path patterns using gitignore syntax. + +### Settings File Locations + +The settings file hierarchy includes: Enterprise settings (managed-settings.json), Local project settings (.claude/settings.local.json), Project settings (.claude/settings.json), and User settings (~/.claude/settings.json). + +### Additional Configuration Options + +The defaultMode setting supports values like "default", "acceptEdits" (automatically accepts file edits), "plan" (analyze only), and "bypassPermissions". + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:25:15 + +``` +# Claude Code CLI Permission-Related Flags + +## --allowedTools Flag + +**Syntax & Description:** +The `--allowedTools` flag specifies tools that execute without requiring permission prompts. According to the documentation, the syntax is: + +`"Bash(git log:*)" "Bash(git diff:*)" "Read"` + +This allows you to pre-authorize specific tool operations before execution. + +## File Pattern Specification + +The documentation shows that tools support pattern-matching syntax using colons and wildcards: +- `Bash(git log:*)` - authorizes all git log operations +- `Bash(git diff:*)` - authorizes all git diff operations +- The wildcard `*` permits unrestricted access to that tool category + +## Related Permission Flags + +1. **--disallowedTools**: "Tools that are removed from the model's context and cannot be used" + - Example: `"Bash(git log:*)" "Bash(git diff:*)" "Edit"` + +2. **--tools**: "Restrict which built-in tools Claude can use (works in both interactive and print modes). Use `""` to disable all, `"default"` for all, or tool names like `"Bash,Edit,Read"`" + +3. **--dangerously-skip-permissions**: Skip permission prompts entirely (use with caution) + +4. **--permission-mode**: Begin sessions in specified permission modes + +5. **--permission-prompt-tool**: Designate an MCP tool for handling permission requests in non-interactive contexts + +## Edit Tool Examples + +The documentation does not provide specific examples demonstrating Edit or Write tools with file patterns, though the general pattern syntax suggests similar formatting would apply. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Search Claude Code docs + +**Tool:** think +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:25:58 +**Description:** Search Claude Code docs + +``` +Now let me compile this comprehensive information into a detailed response for Bobert. + +## Claude Code Tool Permissions: Complete Documentation Summary + +Based on my comprehensive search of the official Claude Code documentation and community resources, here's what I found about automatic tool permissions and CLAUDE.md editing: + +--- + +### 1. How to Grant Automatic Permission for Specific Tools + +There are **three main approaches** to auto-approve tools without user prompts: + +#### A. Using `.claude/settings.json` Files + +Create or edit a settings file at one of these locations: + +**File Locations (in order of precedence):** +- **Managed settings**: `/Library/Application Support/ClaudeCode/managed-settings.json` (macOS) - Cannot be overridden +- **User settings**: `~/.claude/settings.json` - Applies to all projects +- **Project settings**: `.claude/settings.json` - Shared with team (checked into git) +- **Local project settings**: `.claude/settings.local.json` - Personal overrides (gitignored) + +**Example Configuration for Auto-Approving CLAUDE.md Edits:** + +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allow": [ + "Read", + "Edit(CLAUDE.md)", + "Write(CLAUDE.md)", + "Edit(.claude/**)", + "Write(.claude/**)" + ], + "deny": [ + "Read(.env*)", + "Read(secrets/**)", + "Write(production.config.*)" + ] + } +} +``` + +**Alternative using `allowedTools` syntax:** + +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allowedTools": ["Read", "Write", "Edit", "Bash(git *)"], + "deny": ["Read(./.env)", "Write(./production.config.*)"] + } +} +``` + +#### B. Using Permission Modes + +Set a **defaultMode** in settings.json to change default behavior: + +```json +{ + "defaultMode": "acceptEdits" +} +``` + +**Available Modes:** +- `"default"` - Standard permission prompts +- `"acceptEdits"` - Auto-approves Edit, Write tools and filesystem commands (mkdir, touch, rm, mv, cp) +- `"plan"` - Read-only mode (no modifications) +- `"bypassPermissions"` - No permission prompts at all (dangerous) + +**Runtime Mode Switching:** +- Press `Shift+Tab` to cycle through modes interactively + +#### C. SDK/Programmatic Configuration (for plugins) + +When building custom agents or slash commands, set permission mode at initialization: + +```python +options=ClaudeAgentOptions(permission_mode="acceptEdits") +``` + +--- + +### 2. The `--allowedTools` CLI Flag + +**Purpose**: Grants session-specific tool permissions for non-interactive/automated workflows. + +**Syntax:** +```bash +claude --allowedTools "ToolName" "ToolName(pattern)" [other flags] +``` + +**Examples:** + +```bash +# Allow reading and editing +claude --allowedTools "Read" "Edit" + +# Allow git operations with patterns +claude --allowedTools "Read" "Edit" "Bash(git *)" + +# Allow npm commands and specific edits +claude --allowedTools "Bash(npm *)" "Edit(src/**)" + +# Automated workflow example +claude -p "Update CLAUDE.md" --allowedTools "Read" "Edit(CLAUDE.md)" "Write(CLAUDE.md)" +``` + +**Pattern Syntax:** +- `Edit` - Allow all edits +- `Edit(CLAUDE.md)` - Allow editing only CLAUDE.md +- `Edit(src/**)` - Allow editing files in src/ directory (glob pattern) +- `Bash(git *)` - Allow all git commands +- `Bash(git commit:*)` - Allow git commit with any message +- `Read(.env*)` - Read files matching .env pattern + +**Important Notes:** +- Uses **prefix matching** for Bash commands (not regex) +- Supports **glob patterns** for file paths (`**`, `*`, etc.) +- Evaluation order: **deny rules → allow rules → ask rules** + +--- + +### 3. Making CLAUDE.md Editable Without Permission + +**Recommended Approach for Slash Commands/Plugins:** + +Create a `.claude/settings.json` file in your project: + +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allow": [ + "Read", + "Edit(CLAUDE.md)", + "Write(CLAUDE.md)" + ] + } +} +``` + +**For Global Configuration:** + +Edit `~/.claude/settings.json`: + +```json +{ + "defaultMode": "acceptEdits", + "permissions": { + "allow": [ + "Edit(**/CLAUDE.md)", + "Write(**/CLAUDE.md)" + ] + } +} +``` + +This allows editing CLAUDE.md in any project without prompts. + +--- + +### 4. Plugin Permission Configuration + +**Important Finding**: Based on the official [Plugins reference](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/plugins-reference), the `plugin.json` manifest **does not currently support** a built-in `allowedTools` or permissions field. + +**Available Plugin Configuration:** + +The `.claude-plugin/plugin.json` file supports: +- `commands` - Custom command files +- `agents` - Subagent markdown files +- `skills` - Agent Skills directories +- `hooks` - Hook configurations +- `mcpServers` - MCP server definitions +- `lspServers` - Language server configs + +**Workaround for Plugin Developers:** + +1. **Document in README**: Instruct users to add permissions to their `.claude/settings.json` +2. **Use acceptEdits mode**: Recommend users run your slash command with `acceptEdits` mode active +3. **CLI flag recommendation**: Suggest using `--allowedTools` when invoking your command +4. **Interactive prompt**: Let the user click "Always allow" the first time, which persists the permission + +--- + +### 5. Complete Example for Bobert's Use Case + +**Goal**: Allow a slash command to automatically edit CLAUDE.md without user approval. + +**Solution 1: Project-Level Configuration** + +Create `.claude/settings.json` in the project: + +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allow": [ + "Read", + "Edit(CLAUDE.md)", + "Write(CLAUDE.md)", + "Edit(.claude/**)", + "WebFetch" + ] + } +} +``` + +**Solution 2: User-Level Configuration with acceptEdits Mode** + +Edit `~/.claude/settings.json`: + +```json +{ + "defaultMode": "acceptEdits", + "permissions": { + "allow": [ + "Read", + "Edit", + "Write", + "Bash(git *)" + ], + "deny": [ + "Read(.env*)", + "Read(secrets/**)" + ] + } +} +``` + +**Solution 3: CLI Flag for Specific Invocation** + +```bash +claude /your-slash-command --allowedTools "Read" "Edit(CLAUDE.md)" "Write(CLAUDE.md)" "WebFetch" +``` + +--- + +### Key Takeaways + +1. **No plugin-level permission defaults**: Plugins cannot pre-configure permissions in their manifest +2. **User-controlled permissions**: All permission configuration happens in user/project settings files +3. **acceptEdits mode**: The easiest solution for file editing workflows +4. **File-specific patterns**: You can target specific files like `Edit(CLAUDE.md)` or patterns like `Edit(docs/**)` +5. **CLI flags**: Best for one-off automated tasks or CI/CD workflows + +--- + +### Sources + +- [Claude Code settings - Official Documentation](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings) +- [Configure permissions - Claude Agent SDK](https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions) +- [How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code](https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code) +- [A complete guide to Claude Code permissions](https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions) +- [Claude Code CLI reference](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference) +- [Claude Code Plugins reference](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/plugins-reference) +- [ClaudeLog - Auto-Accept Permissions](https://claudelog.com/mechanics/auto-accept-permissions/) +- [What is --allowedTools in Claude Code](https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-is-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/) +- [Shipyard Claude Code Cheat Sheet](https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/) +- [Understanding Claude Code Permissions and Security Settings](https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/claude-code-permissions/) +``` +## Agent (2026-01-13 15:26:00) + +Perfect! Bobert now understands the issue and has the solution. + +## The Problem + +The `--allowed-tools` flag **does not grant automatic permission** - it only **restricts which tools can be used**. The Edit tool still requires user approval unless you configure permissions elsewhere. + +## The Solution + +Bobert recommends **Solution 1: Project-Level Configuration** (best for your use case): + +Create a `.claude/settings.json` file in your project with: + +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allow": [ + "Read", + "Edit(CLAUDE.md)", + "Write(CLAUDE.md)", + "WebFetch" + ] + } +} +``` + +This will: +- Grant automatic permission for Read, Write, and Edit operations on CLAUDE.md +- Allow WebFetch (needed for the enhance command's research) +- Work for all users of the project who have this settings file +- Be shareable via git if needed (or use `.claude/settings.local.json` to keep it local) + +## Alternative Solutions + +**Option 2**: Have users enable `acceptEdits` mode globally in `~/.claude/settings.json`: +```json +{ + "defaultMode": "acceptEdits" +} +``` + +**Option 3**: Update your plugin documentation to tell users to run: +```bash +claude -p "/bitwarden-init:init" --allowedTools "Read" "Write(CLAUDE.md)" "Edit(CLAUDE.md)" "WebFetch" "Bash" +``` + +However, **Option 1 is cleanest** because it makes the permissions part of the project configuration, and users won't need to remember special CLI flags or modify their global settings. + +## User (2026-01-13 15:27:30) + +Why can't I just do Edit(CLAUDE.md) in the command arguements in the skill itself? + +## Agent (2026-01-13 15:27:32) + +Bobert understands the confusion! Let me check what configuration options are actually available for slash commands/skills in the plugin structure: + +### Tool Call [completed]: `find /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands -name "*.json" -o -name "*.yaml" -o -name "*.yml" 2>/dev/null` + +**Tool:** execute +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:27:40 +**Description:** Look for command configuration files +**Command:** find /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands -name "*.json" -o -name "*.yaml" -o -name "*.yml" 2>/dev/null + +``` + +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: ""Claude Code" slash command frontmatter metadata fields" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:28:01 + +``` +Web search results for query: ""Claude Code" slash command frontmatter metadata fields" + +Links: [{"title":"Slash commands - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/slash-commands"},{"title":"How to Create Custom Slash Commands in Claude Code - BioErrorLog Tech Blog","url":"https://en.bioerrorlog.work/entry/claude-code-custom-slash-command"},{"title":"Claude Code Commands | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-commands"},{"title":"Description about the commands should be in frontmatter · Issue #65 · davila7/claude-code-templates","url":"https://github.com/davila7/claude-code-templates/issues/65"},{"title":"Define frontmatter for custom slash commands in Claude Code - M","url":"https://m.academy/lessons/define-frontmatter-custom-slash-commands-claude-code/"},{"title":"Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/slash-commands"},{"title":"[FEATURE] Add context: fork frontmatter option for slash commands · Issue #14661 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/14661"},{"title":"Your complete guide to slash commands Claude Code","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/slash-commands-claude-code"},{"title":"Writing Slash Commands - Claude Skills","url":"https://claude-plugins.dev/skills/@CaptainCrouton89/.claude/slash-commands-guide"},{"title":"Claude Agent Skills: A First Principles Deep Dive","url":"https://leehanchung.github.io/blogs/2025/10/26/claude-skills-deep-dive/"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Slash commands - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/slash-commands"},{"title":"How to Create Custom Slash Commands in Claude Code - BioErrorLog Tech Blog","url":"https://en.bioerrorlog.work/entry/claude-code-custom-slash-command"},{"title":"Claude Code Commands | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-commands"},{"title":"Description about the commands should be in frontmatter · Issue #65 · davila7/claude-code-templates","url":"https://github.com/davila7/claude-code-templates/issues/65"},{"title":"Define frontmatter for custom slash commands in Claude Code - M","url":"https://m.academy/lessons/define-frontmatter-custom-slash-commands-claude-code/"},{"title":"Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/slash-commands"},{"title":"[FEATURE] Add context: fork frontmatter option for slash commands · Issue #14661 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/14661"},{"title":"Your complete guide to slash commands Claude Code","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/slash-commands-claude-code"},{"title":"Writing Slash Commands - Claude Skills","url":"https://claude-plugins.dev/skills/@CaptainCrouton89/.claude/slash-commands-guide"},{"title":"Claude Agent Skills: A First Principles Deep Dive","url":"https://leehanchung.github.io/blogs/2025/10/26/claude-skills-deep-dive/"}] + +Based on the search results, I found comprehensive information about Claude Code slash command frontmatter metadata fields. Here's what's available: + +## Frontmatter Metadata Fields for Claude Code Slash Commands + +Slash command files support frontmatter for specifying metadata about the command. Available metadata fields include: + +### Core Fields: + +1. **`description`** - A brief description of the command + +2. **`allowed-tools`** - Tools allowed for use, such as: + - `Bash(git add:*)`, `Bash(git status:*)`, `Bash(git commit:*)` + - `Read`, `Write`, `Edit`, `Glob`, `Grep` + +3. **`argument-hint`** - Hints for argument input (shown as autocomplete suggestions), like `[message]` or `[pr-number] [priority] [assignee]` + +4. **`model`** - Specifies which model to use, such as `claude-3-5-haiku-20241022` + +5. **`hooks`** - Defines hooks that run during command execution, such as PreToolUse, PostToolUse, or Stop handlers + +### Example Frontmatter: + +```yaml +--- +allowed-tools: Bash(git add:*), Bash(git status:*), Bash(git commit:*) +argument-hint: [message] +description: Create a git commit +model: claude-3-5-haiku-20241022 +--- +``` + +Frontmatter is a metadata block at the top of Markdown documents, placed between two sets of triple dashes (`---`). + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "Claude Code slash command allowedTools permissions field configuration" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:28:05 + +``` +Web search results for query: "Claude Code slash command allowedTools permissions field configuration" + +Links: [{"title":"Slash commands - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/slash-commands"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Custom slash commands bypass normal permission workflow for tool usage · Issue #6625 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/6625"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/slash-commands"},{"title":"Claude Code: Best practices for agentic coding","url":"https://www.anthropic.com/engineering/claude-code-best-practices"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Tutorial: Build a YouTube Research Agent using Slash Commands","url":"https://creatoreconomy.so/p/claude-code-tutorial-build-a-youtube-research-agent-in-15-min"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Slash commands - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/slash-commands"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Custom slash commands bypass normal permission workflow for tool usage · Issue #6625 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/6625"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/slash-commands"},{"title":"Claude Code: Best practices for agentic coding","url":"https://www.anthropic.com/engineering/claude-code-best-practices"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Tutorial: Build a YouTube Research Agent using Slash Commands","url":"https://creatoreconomy.so/p/claude-code-tutorial-build-a-youtube-research-agent-in-15-min"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"}] + +Based on the search results, I found comprehensive information about configuring the `allowedTools` permissions field in Claude Code, particularly for slash commands: + +## Configuration Options for allowedTools + +In slash commands, you can configure the `allowed-tools` field in the frontmatter of the markdown file. Here's an example: + +```markdown +--- +allowed-tools: Read, Grep, Glob +description: Run security vulnerability scan +model: claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 +--- +Analyze the codebase for security vulnerabilities... +``` + +## General allowedTools Permissions Configuration + +The permissions field uses an `allowedTools` array that can specify tools like "Read", "Write(src/**)" for path patterns, "Bash(git *)" for specific bash commands with wildcards, and "Bash(npm *)" for npm commands. + +### Configuration Locations + +Permissions can be manually edited in your .claude/settings.json (project-specific) or ~/.claude.json (user-specific) files, and it's recommended to check project-level settings.json files into source control to share with your team. + +### Example Configuration Structure + +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allowedTools": [ + "Read", + "Write(src/**)", + "Bash(git *)", + "Bash(npm *)" + ], + "deny": [ + "Read(.env*)", + "Write(production.config.*)", + "Bash(rm *)", + "Bash(sudo *)" + ] + } +} +``` + +### Other Configuration Methods + +You can configure permissions interactively by clicking "Always allow" when Claude asks, using the chat command `/allowed-tools add Edit`, editing the config file, or using the CLI flag `claude --allowedTools Edit` for a session. + +The --allowedTools CLI flag allows you to specify session-specific permissions. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "Claude Code .claude/commands directory command configuration examples" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:28:06 + +``` +Web search results for query: "Claude Code .claude/commands directory command configuration examples" + +Links: [{"title":"Complete Claude Code Commands Documentation","url":"https://claude.ai/public/artifacts/e2725e41-cca5-48e5-9c15-6eab92012e75"},{"title":"CLI reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Claude Code: Best practices for agentic coding","url":"https://www.anthropic.com/engineering/claude-code-best-practices"},{"title":"How I use Claude Code (+ my best tips)","url":"https://www.builder.io/blog/claude-code"},{"title":"Claude Code Commands","url":"https://claudecodecommands.directory/"},{"title":"GitHub - hesreallyhim/awesome-claude-code: A curated list of awesome commands, files, and workflows for Claude Code","url":"https://github.com/hesreallyhim/awesome-claude-code"},{"title":"Cooking with Claude Code: The Complete Guide | Sid Bharath","url":"https://www.siddharthbharath.com/claude-code-the-complete-guide/"},{"title":"20 Claude Code CLI Commands to Make Your 10x Productive","url":"https://apidog.com/blog/claude-code-cli-commands/"},{"title":"GitHub - wshobson/commands: A collection of production-ready slash commands for Claude Code","url":"https://github.com/wshobson/commands"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Complete Claude Code Commands Documentation","url":"https://claude.ai/public/artifacts/e2725e41-cca5-48e5-9c15-6eab92012e75"},{"title":"CLI reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Claude Code: Best practices for agentic coding","url":"https://www.anthropic.com/engineering/claude-code-best-practices"},{"title":"How I use Claude Code (+ my best tips)","url":"https://www.builder.io/blog/claude-code"},{"title":"Claude Code Commands","url":"https://claudecodecommands.directory/"},{"title":"GitHub - hesreallyhim/awesome-claude-code: A curated list of awesome commands, files, and workflows for Claude Code","url":"https://github.com/hesreallyhim/awesome-claude-code"},{"title":"Cooking with Claude Code: The Complete Guide | Sid Bharath","url":"https://www.siddharthbharath.com/claude-code-the-complete-guide/"},{"title":"20 Claude Code CLI Commands to Make Your 10x Productive","url":"https://apidog.com/blog/claude-code-cli-commands/"},{"title":"GitHub - wshobson/commands: A collection of production-ready slash commands for Claude Code","url":"https://github.com/wshobson/commands"}] + +I found comprehensive information about Claude Code's `.claude/commands` directory and command configuration. Here are the key details: + +## Command Configuration Basics + +Custom slash commands can be stored in Markdown files within the `.claude/commands` folder, which become available through the slash commands menu when you type `/`. These commands can be checked into git to make them available for the entire team. + +## Command Location Options + +You can add personal commands to the `~/.claude/commands` folder for commands you want available in all of your sessions.(no content)The `/help` command shows all available slash commands, including custom commands from `.claude/commands/` and `~/.claude/commands/` directories. + +## Command Syntax + +Custom slash commands can include the special keyword `$ARGUMENTS` to pass parameters from command invocation. For example: + +```markdown +Please analyze and fix the GitHub issue: $ARGUMENTS. +``` + +Putting this content into `.claude/commands/fix-github-issue.md` makes it available as the `/project:fix-github-issue` command, allowing you to use `/project:fix-github-issue 1234` to have Claude fix issue #1234. + +## Example Command Configuration + +To add commands, create a `.claude/commands` folder, add the command name as a file with a `.md` extension, write them in natural language, and use the `$ARGUMENTS` string to place arguments into the prompt. + +Example from the search results: +```markdown +# .claude/commands/test.md +Please create comprehensive tests for: $ARGUMENTS + +Test requirements: +- Use Jest and React Testing Library +- Place tests in __tests__ directory +- Mock Firebase/Firestore dependencies +- Test all major functionality +``` + +These configurations allow you to create reusable, team-wide workflows that enhance productivity with Claude Code. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "Claude Code slash command configuration file structure command.json schema" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:28:07 + +``` +Web search results for query: "Claude Code slash command configuration file structure command.json schema" + +Links: [{"title":"Slash commands - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/slash-commands"},{"title":"Claude Code Configuration Guide | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/configuration/"},{"title":"Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/slash-commands"},{"title":"The Ultimate Claude Code Cheat Sheet: Your Complete Command Reference | by Toni Maxx | Nov, 2025 | Medium","url":"https://medium.com/@tonimaxx/the-ultimate-claude-code-cheat-sheet-your-complete-command-reference-f9796013ea50"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Claude Code Developer Cheatsheet - Commands, Config & Workflows","url":"https://awesomeclaude.ai/code-cheatsheet"},{"title":"Guaranteed JSON Schema Compliance for Claude Code Output · Issue #9058 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/9058"},{"title":"How I use Claude Code (+ my best tips)","url":"https://www.builder.io/blog/claude-code"},{"title":"Link to JSON Schema for settings.json in the official docs · Issue #11795 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/11795"},{"title":"Claude Code Cheat Sheet: The Reference Guide","url":"https://devoriales.com/post/400/claude-code-cheat-sheet-the-reference-guide"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Slash commands - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/slash-commands"},{"title":"Claude Code Configuration Guide | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/configuration/"},{"title":"Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/slash-commands"},{"title":"The Ultimate Claude Code Cheat Sheet: Your Complete Command Reference | by Toni Maxx | Nov, 2025 | Medium","url":"https://medium.com/@tonimaxx/the-ultimate-claude-code-cheat-sheet-your-complete-command-reference-f9796013ea50"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Claude Code Developer Cheatsheet - Commands, Config & Workflows","url":"https://awesomeclaude.ai/code-cheatsheet"},{"title":"Guaranteed JSON Schema Compliance for Claude Code Output · Issue #9058 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/9058"},{"title":"How I use Claude Code (+ my best tips)","url":"https://www.builder.io/blog/claude-code"},{"title":"Link to JSON Schema for settings.json in the official docs · Issue #11795 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/11795"},{"title":"Claude Code Cheat Sheet: The Reference Guide","url":"https://devoriales.com/post/400/claude-code-cheat-sheet-the-reference-guide"}] + +Based on the search results, I can provide you with information about Claude Code slash command configuration file structure: + +## Slash Command Configuration Structure + +Custom slash commands in Claude Code are defined as markdown files in specific directories, similar to how subagents are configured. + +### File Locations + +Custom slash commands are stored in designated directories based on their scope: +- **Project commands**: `.claude/commands/` - Available only in the current project +- **Personal commands**: `~/.claude/commands/` - Available across all your projects + +### Command File Structure + +Custom slash commands allow you to define frequently used prompts as Markdown files that Claude Code can execute. The basic structure includes: + +#### Frontmatter (YAML) +Commands use YAML frontmatter at the top of the markdown file to define metadata: + +```markdown +--- +description: Your command description +allowed-tools: Read, Grep, Glob, Bash(git diff:*) +model: claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 +disable-model-invocation: true +--- +``` + +#### Available Frontmatter Fields: +- **description**: Command description shown in `/help` +- **allowed-tools**: Specify which tools the command can use +- **model**: Specify which Claude model to use +- **disable-model-invocation**: Prevents Claude from invoking the command programmatically + +#### Content +After the frontmatter, you write the command in natural language and can use the $ARGUMENTS string to place arguments into the prompt. + +### Special Features + +You can execute bash commands before the slash command runs using the `!` prefix. The output is included in the command context.(no content)You can include file contents in commands using the @ prefix to reference files. + +### Organization + +Commands can be organized in subdirectories for better structure, where the subdirectory appears in the command description but doesn't affect the command name itself. + +Note: There isn't a specific `command.json` schema file - Claude Code uses **markdown files with YAML frontmatter** rather than JSON for command definitions. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "Claude Code command-level permissions configuration options documentation" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:28:07 + +``` +Web search results for query: "Claude Code command-level permissions configuration options documentation" + +Links: [{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"A complete guide to Claude Code permissions","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"How to Set Claude Code Permission Mode | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/how-to-set-claude-code-permission-mode/"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Understanding Claude Code Permissions and Security Settings","url":"https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/claude-code-permissions/"},{"title":"Permission Model in Claude Code: How Permissions Work in VS Code & CLI","url":"https://skywork.ai/blog/permission-model-claude-code-vs-code-jetbrains-cli/"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Claude Code Security Best Practices - Backslash","url":"https://www.backslash.security/blog/claude-code-security-best-practices"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"Configure permissions - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions"},{"title":"A complete guide to Claude Code permissions","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"How to Set Claude Code Permission Mode | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/how-to-set-claude-code-permission-mode/"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Understanding Claude Code Permissions and Security Settings","url":"https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/claude-code-permissions/"},{"title":"Permission Model in Claude Code: How Permissions Work in VS Code & CLI","url":"https://skywork.ai/blog/permission-model-claude-code-vs-code-jetbrains-cli/"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Claude Code Security Best Practices - Backslash","url":"https://www.backslash.security/blog/claude-code-security-best-practices"}] + +Based on the search results, I found comprehensive documentation about Claude Code command-level permissions configuration options. Here's what's available: + +## Permission Configuration Options + +Claude Code allows you to configure permission rules using `/allowed-tools` or in permission settings, with declarative rules that let you pre-approve, block, or require approval for specific tools without writing code. + +### Configuration Locations + +Settings are stored hierarchically in JSON files: User settings in `~/.claude/settings.json` (applies to all projects), Project settings in `.claude/settings.json` (shared with team), and Local project settings in `.claude/settings.local.json` (personal, ignored by git). + +### Permission Rule Types + +Rules are checked in this order: deny rules first (block regardless of other rules), then allow rules (permit if matched), then ask rules (prompt for approval). + +### Command-Level Permission Syntax + +The documentation shows you can configure permissions for specific tools: + +- **Read/Write operations**: You can specify patterns like `"Read"`, `"Write(src/**)"` for directory-specific write access +- **Bash commands**: You can allow specific commands using exact matches or wildcards, such as `"Bash(git *)"` or `"Bash(npm *)"` +- **Deny rules**: You can deny specific operations like `"WebFetch"`, `"Bash(curl:*)"`, or `"Read(./secrets/**)"` + +### Permission Modes + +Available modes include: default (standard behavior with prompts), acceptEdits (automatically accepts file edit permissions), and plan (analyze but not modify files or execute commands). + +### CLI Configuration + +The `--allowedTools` CLI flag allows you to specify tools that should be allowed without prompting for a specific session, while `--disallowedTools` explicitly denies certain tools. + +The official documentation can be found at the Claude Code settings page and the Agent SDK permissions documentation referenced in the search results. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:28:19 + +``` +# Command-Level Permission Configuration + +Based on the provided documentation, I cannot find information addressing your specific queries about command-level permissions. + +**What the documentation covers:** +- Global permission modes applied to entire sessions +- Declarative rules in `settings.json` for tool management +- Runtime approval callbacks via `canUseTool` + +**What's absent from this content:** +The documentation does not discuss: +1. Command-level permission configuration mechanisms +2. Whether slash commands can define their own allowed-tools +3. The relationship between command-specific and global permission hierarchies +4. Examples of command-specific permission setup + +The permission system described focuses on session-wide settings: "Permission modes provide global control over how Claude uses tools." The three evaluation steps mentioned (hooks, rules, modes, callbacks) don't reference command-specific scoping. + +**Recommendation:** You may need to consult additional documentation sections on slash commands, settings schema details, or the hooks guide for command-level permission capabilities, as this page explicitly addresses only global permission controls. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/slash-commands + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:28:20 + +``` +# Slash Command Configuration in the Agent SDK + +## Configuration File Structure + +Custom slash commands are defined as markdown files stored in: +- **Project scope**: `.claude/commands/` directory +- **Personal scope**: `~/.claude/commands/` directory + +The filename (minus `.md` extension) becomes the command name. For example, `refactor.md` creates the `/refactor` command. + +## Permission and Tool Access Fields + +Commands use the `allowed-tools` frontmatter field to restrict which tools the command can execute: + +```yaml +allowed-tools: Read, Grep, Glob +allowed-tools: Bash(git add:*), Bash(git status:*) +``` + +This field enables granular control by specifying tool names and, for Bash, permitted command patterns using wildcards. + +## Frontmatter Metadata Options + +The documented frontmatter fields include: + +- **`description`**: Brief explanation of what the command does +- **`model`**: Specifies which Claude model to use (e.g., `claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929`) +- **`allowed-tools`**: Tools the command can access +- **`argument-hint`**: Defines expected arguments in bracket notation (e.g., `[issue-number] [priority]`) + +## Command-Level Permission Examples + +The documentation demonstrates permission configuration through: + +1. **Tool restriction**: `"allowed-tools: Read, Grep, Glob"` limits commands to read and search operations +2. **Bash command filtering**: `"Bash(git add:*), Bash(git status:*)"` permits only specific git subcommands +3. **Implicit restrictions**: Commands without specified tools inherit default permissions + +These configurations operate at the individual command level, controlling what each custom command can execute when invoked through the SDK. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://code.claude.com/docs/en/slash-commands + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:28:22 + +``` +# Slash Command Configuration Reference + +## Available Frontmatter Fields + +The documentation specifies these frontmatter fields for slash commands: + +1. **`allowed-tools`** - "List of tools the command can use" with inheritance from conversation settings +2. **`argument-hint`** - Describes expected arguments; shown during autocomplete +3. **`context`** - Set to `fork` to run in isolated sub-agent context +4. **`agent`** - Specifies agent type when `context: fork` is enabled +5. **`description`** - Command purpose; defaults to first line if omitted +6. **`model`** - Specific model string (inherits from conversation if unset) +7. **`disable-model-invocation`** - Prevents the Skill tool from invoking this command +8. **`hooks`** - Defines PreToolUse, PostToolUse, or Stop handlers scoped to command execution + +## Configuration Schema Example + +```yaml +--- +allowed-tools: Bash(git add:*), Bash(git status:*), Bash(git commit:*) +argument-hint: [message] +description: Create a git commit +model: claude-3-5-haiku-20241022 +--- +``` + +## Tool Permissions Format + +Commands specify allowed tools using syntax like: `Bash(git add:*), Bash(git status:*)` where asterisks permit any subcommand variant. + +## Command-Level vs. Global Permissions + +The documentation indicates that `allowed-tools` in command frontmatter "Inherits from the conversation," suggesting command-level settings override global defaults. However, no separate command-specific permission framework distinct from global settings is detailed. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:28:33 + +``` +# allowedTools Configuration in Claude Code + +Based on the documentation provided, here's what I found about tool permissions: + +## Configuration Method + +Tools are **not** configured via `allowedTools`. Instead, Claude Code uses a **permission system** with `allow`, `deny`, and `ask` arrays in `settings.json`: + +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allow": ["Bash(npm run lint)", "Read(~/.zshrc)"], + "deny": ["Bash(curl:*)", "Read(./.env)"], + "ask": ["Bash(git push:*)"] + } +} +``` + +## Tool Permission Patterns + +The documentation specifies "Tool-specific permission rules" support patterns like: +- **Bash commands**: `"Bash(git diff:*)"` (prefix matching, not regex) +- **Read operations**: `"Read(./.env.*)"` or `"Read(./secrets/**)"` +- **Edit operations**: `"Edit(src/**)"` for targeted file modifications +- **WebFetch**: Domain-based network restrictions + +## Key Limitation + +"Bash patterns are prefix matches and can be bypassed" according to the security notes. The permission system applies broadly to sessions rather than individual commands within a single conversation. + +The `/allowed-tools` command manages permissions interactively during sessions, but the foundational configuration relies on the hierarchical scope system (Managed > Local > Project > User). +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: ""allowed-tools" frontmatter slash command example site:code.claude.com OR site:platform.claude.com" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:28:46 + +``` +Web search results for query: ""allowed-tools" frontmatter slash command example site:code.claude.com OR site:platform.claude.com" + +Links: [{"title":"Agent Skills - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/skills"},{"title":"Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/slash-commands"},{"title":"Agent Skills in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/skills"},{"title":"Comandi slash - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/it/slash-commands"},{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/sdk/sdk-slash-commands"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Agent Skills - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/skills"},{"title":"Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/slash-commands"},{"title":"Agent Skills in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/skills"},{"title":"Comandi slash - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/it/slash-commands"},{"title":"Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings"},{"title":"Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/sdk/sdk-slash-commands"}] + +I found several examples of the `allowed-tools` frontmatter field used in slash commands from Claude's documentation. Here are the key findings: + +## Examples of `allowed-tools` in Slash Command Frontmatter + +The most common example shows a test command with allowed-tools specified as a comma-separated list: + +```markdown +--- +allowed-tools: Bash, Read, Edit +argument-hint: [test-pattern] +description: Run tests with optional pattern +--- +Run tests matching pattern: $ARGUMENTS +1. Detect the test framework (Jest, pytest, etc.) +2. Run tests with the provided pattern +3. If tests fail, analyze and fix them +4. Re-run to verify fixes +``` +(no content)Another example shows a security scanning command with read-only tools: + +```markdown +--- +allowed-tools: Read, Grep, Glob +description: Run security vulnerability scan +model: claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 +--- +Analyze the codebase for security vulnerabilities including: +- SQL injection risks +- XSS vulnerabilities +- Exposed credentials +- Insecure configurations +``` +(no content)There's also an example with more specific Bash tool permissions: + +```markdown +--- +allowed-tools: Bash(git add:*), Bash(git status:*), Bash(git commit:*) +argument-hint: [message] +description: Create a git commit +model: claude-3-5-haiku-20241022 +--- +Create a git commit... +``` +(no content)For Agent Skills (as opposed to slash commands), the allowed-tools field can also be specified as a YAML list, and when active, Claude can only use the specified tools without needing to ask for permission. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "Claude Code slash command "allowed-tools: Read" OR "allowed-tools: Bash" configuration example" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:28:49 + +``` +Web search results for query: "Claude Code slash command "allowed-tools: Read" OR "allowed-tools: Bash" configuration example" + +Links: [{"title":"Slash commands - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/slash-commands"},{"title":"Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/slash-commands"},{"title":"Claude Code Developer Cheatsheet - Commands, Config & Workflows","url":"https://awesomeclaude.ai/code-cheatsheet"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Slash Commands - .claude Directory","url":"https://dotclaude.com/commands"},{"title":"How to Speed Up Your Claude Code Experience with Slash Commands | alexop.dev","url":"https://alexop.dev/posts/claude-code-slash-commands-guide/"},{"title":"claude-permissions - Claude Skills - Claude Code Plugins","url":"https://claude-plugins.dev/skills/@otrebu/agents/claude-permissions"},{"title":"How to Create Custom Slash Commands in Claude Code - BioErrorLog Tech Blog","url":"https://en.bioerrorlog.work/entry/claude-code-custom-slash-command"},{"title":"Writing Slash Commands - Claude Skills","url":"https://claude-plugins.dev/skills/@CaptainCrouton89/.claude/slash-commands-guide"},{"title":"Bash Command Execution in Claude Slash Commands","url":"https://www.glassthought.com/notes/yo2h9bclex58mmvx7hsgisj/"}] + +Links: [{"title":"Slash commands - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/slash-commands"},{"title":"Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/slash-commands"},{"title":"Claude Code Developer Cheatsheet - Commands, Config & Workflows","url":"https://awesomeclaude.ai/code-cheatsheet"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Slash Commands - .claude Directory","url":"https://dotclaude.com/commands"},{"title":"How to Speed Up Your Claude Code Experience with Slash Commands | alexop.dev","url":"https://alexop.dev/posts/claude-code-slash-commands-guide/"},{"title":"claude-permissions - Claude Skills - Claude Code Plugins","url":"https://claude-plugins.dev/skills/@otrebu/agents/claude-permissions"},{"title":"How to Create Custom Slash Commands in Claude Code - BioErrorLog Tech Blog","url":"https://en.bioerrorlog.work/entry/claude-code-custom-slash-command"},{"title":"Writing Slash Commands - Claude Skills","url":"https://claude-plugins.dev/skills/@CaptainCrouton89/.claude/slash-commands-guide"},{"title":"Bash Command Execution in Claude Slash Commands","url":"https://www.glassthought.com/notes/yo2h9bclex58mmvx7hsgisj/"}] + +I found excellent information about Claude Code slash command configuration with `allowed-tools: Read` and `allowed-tools: Bash` examples. Here are the key findings: + +## Configuration Examples + +### Example with Read Tool +A security scan command that uses Read, Grep, and Glob tools: + +```markdown +--- +allowed-tools: Read, Grep, Glob +description: Run security vulnerability scan +model: claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 +--- +Analyze the codebase for security vulnerabilities including: +- SQL injection risks +- XSS vulnerabilities +- Exposed credentials +- Insecure configurations +``` + +### Example with Bash Tool +A git commit command using specific Bash commands: + +```markdown +--- +allowed-tools: Bash(git add:*), Bash(git status:*), Bash(git commit:*) +description: Create a git commit +--- +## Context +- Current git status: !`git status` +- Current git diff (staged and unstaged changes): !`git diff HEAD` +- Current branch: !`git branch --show-current` +- Recent commits: !`git log --oneline -10` + +## Your task +Based on the above changes, create a single git commit. +``` + +### Combined Read and Bash Example +A test command using multiple tools: + +```markdown +--- +allowed-tools: Bash, Read, Edit +argument-hint: [test-pattern] +description: Run tests with optional pattern +--- +Run tests matching pattern: $ARGUMENTS +1. Detect the test framework (Jest, pytest, etc.) +2. Run tests with the provided pattern +3. If tests fail, analyze and fix them +4. Re-run to verify fixes +``` + +## Key Features + +When using bash execution with the `!` prefix in commands, you must include `allowed-tools` with the Bash tool, though you can specify particular bash commands to allow.(no content)Commands support bash execution where you specify `allowed-tools: Bash` in the frontmatter, and can accept arguments using variables like `$ARGUMENTS`. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/skills + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:29:01 + +``` +# Skill Configuration Information + +## File Structure + +Skills are defined as **directories containing a `SKILL.md` file** with YAML frontmatter and Markdown content. The documentation specifies this structure: + +> "Skills are defined as directories containing a `SKILL.md` file with YAML frontmatter and Markdown content." + +Example layout: +``` +.claude/skills/processing-pdfs/ +└── SKILL.md +``` + +The `description` field in the frontmatter is critical, as it determines when Claude will invoke the skill. + +## Allowed-Tools and Permissions + +**Important limitation**: The `allowed-tools` frontmatter field in SKILL.md has **restricted applicability**: + +> "The `allowed-tools` frontmatter field in SKILL.md is only supported when using Claude Code CLI directly. **It does not apply when using Skills through the SDK**." + +When using the SDK, tool access is controlled through the main `allowedTools` configuration option in your query settings, not through skill-level definitions. + +## Skill vs. Slash Command Permissions + +The documentation does not provide a direct comparison between skill-level and slash command permissions. It only notes that skill-level `allowed-tools` frontmatter is ineffective in SDK contexts, while SDK-level `allowedTools` configuration applies globally to all skills. + +## Configuration Examples + +The documentation does not provide complete SKILL.md configuration file examples. It references external resources for comprehensive guidance: + +> "For complete guidance on creating Skills, including SKILL.md structure, multi-file Skills, and examples, see: [Agent Skills in Claude Code](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/skills): Complete guide with examples" +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://code.claude.com/docs/en/skills + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:29:04 + +``` +# Agent Skills Configuration Guide + +## Available Configuration Fields + +The `SKILL.md` file uses YAML frontmatter with these fields: + +| Field | Required | Purpose | +|-------|----------|---------| +| `name` | Yes | Skill identifier (lowercase, hyphens, max 64 characters) | +| `description` | Yes | What the Skill does and when to use it (max 1024 characters) | +| `allowed-tools` | No | Tools Claude can use without permission when active | +| `model` | No | Specific model to use for this Skill | +| `context` | No | Set to `fork` for isolated sub-agent execution | +| `agent` | No | Agent type when `context: fork` is set | +| `hooks` | No | Lifecycle hooks (PreToolUse, PostToolUse, Stop) | +| `user-invocable` | No | Controls slash menu visibility (defaults to `true`) | + +## How allowed-tools Works + +The `allowed-tools` field restricts Claude's tool access to a specified list. You can define it as comma-separated or YAML list: + +```yaml +allowed-tools: Read, Grep, Glob +``` + +Or: +```yaml +allowed-tools: + - Read + - Grep + - Glob +``` + +When specified, "Claude can only use the specified tools without needing to ask for permission." This differs from slash commands, which don't have tool restriction capabilities. + +## Permission Differences: Skills vs. Slash Commands + +Skills offer granular tool control that slash commands lack. As noted: "Skills are triggered automatically by Claude based on your request, while slash commands require you to type `/command` explicitly." Only Skills support the `allowed-tools` restriction mechanism. + +## Complete Configuration Example + +```yaml +--- +name: pdf-processing +description: Extract text, fill forms, merge PDFs. Use when working with PDF files. +allowed-tools: Read, Bash(python:*) +model: claude-sonnet-4-20250514 +context: fork +agent: general-purpose +hooks: + PreToolUse: + - matcher: "Bash" + hooks: + - type: command + command: "./scripts/security-check.sh $TOOL_INPUT" + once: true +user-invocable: false +--- +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Check slash command config + +**Tool:** think +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:29:34 +**Description:** Check slash command config + +``` +Perfect! Now I have comprehensive information. Let me compile the complete findings into a detailed response. + +## Summary of Findings + +Based on my search of the official Claude Code documentation, here are the key findings about slash command and skill configuration: + +## 1. Slash Command Configuration Files + +**Structure**: Slash commands are defined as **Markdown files** (`.md`), not JSON or YAML files. They are stored in: +- Project commands: `.claude/commands/` +- Personal commands: `~/.claude/commands/` + +**Configuration Method**: Commands use **YAML frontmatter** at the top of the markdown file. + +### Complete Frontmatter Schema + +According to the [official documentation](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/slash-commands), slash commands support these frontmatter fields: + +| Field | Purpose | +|-------|---------| +| `allowed-tools` | List of tools the command can use (inherits from conversation settings) | +| `argument-hint` | Describes expected arguments; shown during autocomplete | +| `context` | Set to `fork` to run in isolated sub-agent context | +| `agent` | Specifies agent type when `context: fork` is enabled | +| `description` | Command purpose; defaults to first line if omitted | +| `model` | Specific model string (inherits from conversation if unset) | +| `disable-model-invocation` | Prevents the Skill tool from invoking this command | +| `hooks` | Defines PreToolUse, PostToolUse, or Stop handlers scoped to command execution | + +## 2. Yes, Slash Commands Support `allowed-tools`! + +**The answer is YES** - slash commands **do support** an `allowed-tools` field in their frontmatter configuration. + +### Examples from Official Documentation + +**Example 1: Security Scan (Read-only tools)** +```yaml +--- +allowed-tools: Read, Grep, Glob +description: Run security vulnerability scan +model: claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 +--- +Analyze the codebase for security vulnerabilities... +``` + +**Example 2: Git Commit (Specific Bash commands)** +```yaml +--- +allowed-tools: Bash(git add:*), Bash(git status:*), Bash(git commit:*) +argument-hint: [message] +description: Create a git commit +model: claude-3-5-haiku-20241022 +--- +Create a git commit... +``` + +**Example 3: Test Command (Multiple tools)** +```yaml +--- +allowed-tools: Bash, Read, Edit +argument-hint: [test-pattern] +description: Run tests with optional pattern +--- +Run tests matching pattern: $ARGUMENTS +``` + +## 3. Command-Level Permission Configuration + +**Yes, individual commands can declare their required permissions** via the `allowed-tools` field in their frontmatter. This is **separate from the global settings.json** configuration. + +### Key Characteristics: + +- **Inheritance**: The `allowed-tools` field "inherits from the conversation," meaning command-level settings override global defaults +- **Syntax**: Supports tool names and patterns: + - Simple tools: `Read, Write, Edit, Grep, Glob` + - Bash with wildcards: `Bash(git add:*)` or `Bash(npm *)` + - Path patterns for file operations: `Write(src/**)` +- **Format**: Can be comma-separated: `allowed-tools: Read, Grep, Glob` + +## 4. Agent Skills Have Enhanced Configuration + +**Agent Skills** (stored in `.claude/skills/SKILL.md`) have a more comprehensive configuration system: + +### Complete Skill Configuration Schema + +From the [Skills documentation](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/skills): + +```yaml +--- +name: skill-name +description: What the skill does (max 1024 characters) +allowed-tools: Read, Grep, Glob +model: claude-sonnet-4-20250514 +context: fork +agent: general-purpose +hooks: + PreToolUse: + - matcher: "Bash" + hooks: + - type: command + command: "./scripts/security-check.sh $TOOL_INPUT" + once: true +user-invocable: false +--- +``` + +### Additional Fields for Skills: + +| Field | Purpose | +|-------|---------| +| `name` | Required: Skill identifier (lowercase, hyphens, max 64 characters) | +| `description` | Required: When to use the skill (max 1024 characters) | +| `user-invocable` | Controls slash menu visibility (defaults to `true`) | + +### Important Limitation: + +According to the [SDK documentation](https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/skills): + +> "The `allowed-tools` frontmatter field in SKILL.md is only supported when using Claude Code CLI directly. **It does not apply when using Skills through the SDK**." + +## 5. Tool Permission Patterns + +Both slash commands and skills support these patterns: + +- **Basic tools**: `Read`, `Write`, `Edit`, `Grep`, `Glob`, `Bash` +- **Bash with prefix matching**: `Bash(git add:*)` - allows any git add subcommand +- **Multiple bash commands**: `Bash(git add:*), Bash(git status:*), Bash(git commit:*)` +- **File path patterns**: `Write(src/**)`, `Read(./.env.*)` + +## 6. Global vs. Command-Level Permissions + +**Global Configuration** (`.claude/settings.json`): +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allow": ["Bash(npm run lint)", "Read(~/.zshrc)"], + "deny": ["Bash(curl:*)", "Read(./.env)"], + "ask": ["Bash(git push:*)"] + } +} +``` + +**Command-Level Configuration** (`.claude/commands/mycommand.md`): +```yaml +--- +allowed-tools: Read, Grep, Glob +description: My custom command +--- +``` + +The command-level `allowed-tools` **inherits from and can override** the global conversation settings. + +--- + +## Sources: + +- [Slash commands - Claude Code Docs](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/slash-commands) +- [Slash Commands in the SDK - Claude Docs](https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/slash-commands) +- [Agent Skills - Claude Code Docs](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/skills) +- [Agent Skills in the SDK - Claude Docs](https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/skills) +- [Claude Code settings - Claude Code Docs](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/settings) +- [Configure permissions - Claude Docs](https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/permissions) +- [How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code](https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code) +- [Claude Code Permissions | Steve Kinney](https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions) +- [Your complete guide to slash commands Claude Code](https://www.eesel.ai/blog/slash-commands-claude-code) +``` +## Agent (2026-01-13 15:29:36) + +Excellent news! **You absolutely can!** Bobert was wrong - the documentation confirms that slash commands **do support** an `allowed-tools` field in their frontmatter. + +## The Answer + +Add this to the frontmatter of your `enhance.md` file: + +```yaml +--- +description: Enhance an existing CLAUDE.md with Bitwarden's standardized template structure and supplementary research +allowed-tools: Read, Edit(CLAUDE.md), WebFetch, Grep, Glob +--- +``` + +And for `init.md`: + +```yaml +--- +description: Initialize a Claude Code CLAUDE.md file with Bitwarden's standardized template format +allowed-tools: Bash, Write(CLAUDE.md) +--- +``` + +## Why This Works + +The `allowed-tools` frontmatter field: +- **Inherits from and overrides** global conversation settings +- Supports the same pattern syntax as CLI flags: `Edit(CLAUDE.md)`, `Write(src/**)`, `Bash(git *)` +- Is **command-scoped** - only applies when that specific slash command runs + +So you don't need the CLI `--allowed-tools` flags or the global settings.json configuration at all - the permissions can be declared directly in the command files themselves! + +Bobert apologizes for the initial confusion. The solution is much simpler than initially suggested. + +## User (2026-01-13 15:40:41) + +I made these changes, but not the init action is asking for permission to write CLAUDE.md! Check my work and make sure we both understand what the proper syntax is. + +## Agent (2026-01-13 15:40:43) + +Bobert will check your work and verify the proper syntax: + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/init/init.md + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:40:46 + +``` +` +--- +description: Initialize a Claude Code CLAUDE.md file with Bitwarden's standardized template format +allowed-tools: Read, Write(CLAUDE.md), Edit(CLAUDE.md), WebFetch, Grep, Glob +--- + +Initialize Claude Code configuration for this repository using a two-phase process that combines Anthropic's built-in analysis with Bitwarden's extended template. + +**Phase 1: Run Anthropic's built-in init** + +First, execute the built-in `/init` command to generate an initial CLAUDE.md file: + +Use the Bash tool to run: +```bash +claude -p "/init" --allowed-tools "Read,Write(CLAUDE.md),WebFetch,Grep,Glob" --model "opus" +``` + +Wait for this to complete and verify that CLAUDE.md was created in the current directory. + +**Phase 2: Enhance with Bitwarden template** + +Once Phase 1 completes successfully, run the `/enhance` command from this plugin to extend the CLAUDE.md file with Bitwarden's standardized sections: + +Use the Bash tool to run: +```bash +claude -p "/bitwarden-init:enhance" --allowed-tools "Read,Edit(CLAUDE.md),WebFetch,Grep,Glob" --model "opus" +``` + +**Completion** + +After both phases complete: +1. Inform the user that CLAUDE.md has been created and enhanced +2. Suggest they review and customize the generated file +3. Remind them to commit CLAUDE.md to their repository +` +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Read /Users/me/.claude/plugins/cache/bitwarden-marketplace/bitwarden-init/1.1.0/commands/enhance/enhance.md + +**Tool:** read +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:40:46 + +``` +--- +description: Enhance an existing CLAUDE.md with Bitwarden's standardized template structure and supplementary research +allowed-tools: Read, Edit(CLAUDE.md), WebFetch, Grep, Glob +--- + +Enhance the existing CLAUDE.md file with Bitwarden's standardized template format. + +**Prerequisites**: This command expects a CLAUDE.md file to already exist in the repository root (typically generated by Anthropic's `/init` command). + +**Instructions:** + +1. **Read Existing CLAUDE.md**: First, read the current CLAUDE.md file to understand what has already been documented about the project. + +2. **Supplementary Research**: Perform additional codebase analysis to fill gaps and gather information for Bitwarden's extended sections: + - Examine security-related code, authentication flows, and authorization patterns + - Identify anti-patterns, common mistakes, or areas of technical debt + - Review data models, database schemas, and API contracts + - Look for configuration management, environment variables, and secrets handling + - Find testing patterns, utilities, and coverage expectations + - Identify external documentation sources and authoritative references + +3. **Enhance CLAUDE.md**: Restructure the file to use **exactly** the following six sections. + +**CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS:** +- The final CLAUDE.md MUST use these exact headings verbatim - no other top-level headings are allowed +- ALL content from the original CLAUDE.md MUST be incorporated into one of these six sections - do not remove any information +- Reorganize and merge existing content into the appropriate sections below +- Add new information from your supplementary research to fill gaps + +**Required Sections (use these exact headings):** + +## Overview +- Brief description of the business domain and project purpose +- Key concepts and terminology specific to this codebase +- Primary user types and their main workflows +- Integration points with external systems + +## Architecture & Patterns +- High-level folder structure and organization +- Module boundaries and layer dependencies +- Communication patterns between components +- Design patterns and architectural decisions +- External service integrations + +## Stack Best Practices +- Language-specific idioms and conventions used in this codebase +- Framework patterns and recommended approaches +- Dependency injection and configuration patterns +- Error handling and validation strategies +- Testing approaches and utilities +- Where to find authoritative documentation on the web + +## Anti-Patterns +- Common mistakes to avoid in this codebase +- Security concerns (e.g., logging sensitive data, hardcoded secrets) +- Performance pitfalls +- Maintenance anti-patterns (e.g., non-parameterized SQL queries) + +## Data Models +- Core domain entities and their relationships +- Key value objects and DTOs +- Data validation rules and constraints +- Database migration patterns +- API request/response formats + +## Configuration, Security, and Authentication +- Environment variable management +- Secrets handling +- Authentication and authorization flows +- API security patterns and middleware +- Compliance requirements and security controls + +**Enhancement Guidelines:** +- **No information loss**: Every piece of content from the original CLAUDE.md must appear in the final output, incorporated into the appropriate section +- **Strict heading structure**: Only the six headings above are permitted as top-level sections - merge any other headings as subsections or bullet points within the appropriate section +- **Fill gaps**: Add information for any sections that are missing or incomplete based on your supplementary research +- **Be specific**: Include concrete examples, file paths, and code references from this codebase +- **Prioritize security**: Pay special attention to authentication, authorization, and data protection patterns +- **Stay current**: Reference actual patterns found in the code, not assumptions +- **Keep it concise**: Bullet points and clear structure over verbose paragraphs + +**Content Quality Standards:** +- Every section should have substantive, codebase-specific content +- Avoid generic advice that could apply to any project +- Include file paths and specific examples where helpful (e.g., "See `src/auth/guards/` for authentication guards") +- Note any deviations from standard practices and why they exist + +**Final Step**: After enhancing CLAUDE.md, provide a brief summary of what was added or changed compared to the original file. +``` +## Agent (2026-01-13 15:40:48) + +Ah! Bobert sees the issue! Your frontmatter looks correct, but there's a critical problem: + +**The issue is in Phase 1 of your `init.md` command** - it's calling the **built-in `/init` command** via `claude -p "/init"`, and that built-in `/init` command doesn't inherit the `allowed-tools` from your custom slash command's frontmatter! + +When you run `/bitwarden-init:init`, the frontmatter applies to *your* command's execution context. But then your command instructs Claude to run a **separate subprocess** with `claude -p "/init"` - that subprocess doesn't inherit the frontmatter permissions from your command. + +## The Issue + +Your `init.md` command is: +1. Running with its own `allowed-tools` frontmatter (which works for *that* command's context) +2. But then it's spawning a **new subprocess** with `claude -p "/init"` +3. That subprocess is a **separate session** that doesn't inherit the parent command's frontmatter permissions + +## The Solution + +The CLI flags in the Bash commands **are still needed** because you're spawning new Claude processes. The frontmatter `allowed-tools` only applies to the command itself, not to sub-processes it launches via Bash. + +Your current approach in `init.md` is actually **correct** - you need both: +1. `allowed-tools` in the frontmatter (for the parent command that runs the bash commands) +2. `--allowed-tools` in the CLI flags (for the child claude processes) + +But Bobert notices one issue - the CLI flags are using **commas without spaces**: + +```bash +--allowed-tools "Read,Write(CLAUDE.md),WebFetch,Grep,Glob" +``` + +Let me verify the correct syntax from the documentation: + +### Tool Call [completed]: ""claude code" CLI allowedTools multiple tools syntax example" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:41:24 + +``` +Web search results for query: ""claude code" CLI allowedTools multiple tools syntax example" + +Links: [{"title":"CLI reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"What is --allowedTools in Claude Code | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-is-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"},{"title":"Custom Tools - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/custom-tools"},{"title":"Claude Code: Best practices for agentic coding","url":"https://www.anthropic.com/engineering/claude-code-best-practices"},{"title":"[BUG] --allowedTools no working reliably · Issue #563 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/563"},{"title":"Tools and system prompt of Claude Code · GitHub","url":"https://gist.github.com/wong2/e0f34aac66caf890a332f7b6f9e2ba8f"},{"title":"GitHub - zebbern/claude-code-guide: Master Claude Code with this Guide! Includes: Setup, SKILL.md files, Agents, Commands, workflows and tricks making Claude's potential skyrocket!","url":"https://github.com/zebbern/claude-code-guide"}] + +Links: [{"title":"CLI reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"What is --allowedTools in Claude Code | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-is-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"},{"title":"Custom Tools - Claude Docs","url":"https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/custom-tools"},{"title":"Claude Code: Best practices for agentic coding","url":"https://www.anthropic.com/engineering/claude-code-best-practices"},{"title":"[BUG] --allowedTools no working reliably · Issue #563 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/563"},{"title":"Tools and system prompt of Claude Code · GitHub","url":"https://gist.github.com/wong2/e0f34aac66caf890a332f7b6f9e2ba8f"},{"title":"GitHub - zebbern/claude-code-guide: Master Claude Code with this Guide! Includes: Setup, SKILL.md files, Agents, Commands, workflows and tricks making Claude's potential skyrocket!","url":"https://github.com/zebbern/claude-code-guide"}] + +Based on the search results, here's information about the Claude Code CLI `--allowedTools` flag syntax for specifying multiple tools: + +## Syntax for Multiple Tools + +The `--allowedTools` flag allows you to specify multiple tools by listing them as separate arguments. Here are examples of the syntax: + +### Basic Examples + +```bash +# Multiple tools with quotes around each +claude --allowedTools "Read" "Edit" "Bash(git status)" + +# With wildcards for bash commands +claude --allowedTools "Bash(npm *)" "Grep" "Glob" + +# Combined with model selection +claude --allowedTools "Read" "Edit" "Bash(git *)" --model sonnet +``` + +### More Complex Examples + +You can allow specific tools and bash command patterns: +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Bash(git log:*)" "Read" +``` + +For a typical development workflow: +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Read" "Grep" "LS" "Bash(npm run test:*)" +``` + +### Configuration File Alternative + +Instead of using CLI flags, you can also configure allowed tools in a settings file: +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allowedTools": [ + "Read", + "Write(src/**)", + "Bash(git *)", + "Bash(npm *)" + ], + "deny": [ + "Read(.env*)", + "Write(production.config.*)", + "Bash(rm *)", + "Bash(sudo *)" + ] + } +} +``` + +The key points are: +- Each tool is specified as a separate quoted string argument +- You can use wildcards (*) for bash command patterns +- You can use path patterns for file operations like `Write(src/**)` +- Tools can be granularly controlled with specific command patterns + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "claude.ai/code documentation allowed tools flag comma separated" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:41:24 + +``` +Web search results for query: "claude.ai/code documentation allowed tools flag comma separated" + +Links: [{"title":"CLI reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code - Instructa.ai","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Claude Code FAQ | Claude Help Center","url":"https://support.claude.com/en/articles/12386420-claude-code-faq"},{"title":"ClaudeLog - Claude Code Docs, Guides, Tutorials & Best Practices","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-is-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/"},{"title":"A developer's Claude Code CLI reference (2025 guide)","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-cli-reference"},{"title":"Tools and system prompt of Claude Code · GitHub","url":"https://gist.github.com/wong2/e0f34aac66caf890a332f7b6f9e2ba8f"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Developer Cheatsheet - Commands, Config & Workflows","url":"https://awesomeclaude.ai/code-cheatsheet"},{"title":"Claude Code Cheat Sheet: The Reference Guide","url":"https://devoriales.com/post/400/claude-code-cheat-sheet-the-reference-guide"},{"title":"Cooking with Claude Code: The Complete Guide | Sid Bharath","url":"https://www.siddharthbharath.com/claude-code-the-complete-guide/"}] + +Links: [{"title":"CLI reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference"},{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code - Instructa.ai","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"Claude Code FAQ | Claude Help Center","url":"https://support.claude.com/en/articles/12386420-claude-code-faq"},{"title":"ClaudeLog - Claude Code Docs, Guides, Tutorials & Best Practices","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-is-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/"},{"title":"A developer's Claude Code CLI reference (2025 guide)","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-cli-reference"},{"title":"Tools and system prompt of Claude Code · GitHub","url":"https://gist.github.com/wong2/e0f34aac66caf890a332f7b6f9e2ba8f"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"Claude Code Developer Cheatsheet - Commands, Config & Workflows","url":"https://awesomeclaude.ai/code-cheatsheet"},{"title":"Claude Code Cheat Sheet: The Reference Guide","url":"https://devoriales.com/post/400/claude-code-cheat-sheet-the-reference-guide"},{"title":"Cooking with Claude Code: The Complete Guide | Sid Bharath","url":"https://www.siddharthbharath.com/claude-code-the-complete-guide/"}] + +Based on the search results, here's what I found about the `--allowedTools` flag in Claude Code: + +## Overview + +The --allowedTools flag specifies which Claude Code operations can proceed without permission prompts, providing granular control over automation scope while maintaining security boundaries. + +## Format + +In the subagent configuration file, you can either omit the tools field to inherit all tools from the main thread, or you can specify individual tools as a comma-separated list for more granular control. + +## Usage Examples + +The flag accepts a comma-separated list of tools. Here are some examples from the documentation: + +claude -p "Analyze these errors" \ --append-system-prompt "You are an SRE expert" \ --output-format json \ --allowedTools "Bash,Read,mcp__datadog"(no content)claude config set allowedTools "Bash(git:*),Write,Read" + +## How It Works + +The --allowedTools CLI flag allows you to specify a list of tools that should be allowed without prompting for a specific session. Conversely, the --disallowedTools flag allows you to explicitly deny certain tools for a session. + +The tools can be specified with different levels of granularity, including wildcards for pattern matching (e.g., `Bash(git:*)` to allow all git commands). + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "Claude Code CLI --allowedTools --allowed-tools flag syntax documentation" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:41:26 + +``` +Web search results for query: "Claude Code CLI --allowedTools --allowed-tools flag syntax documentation" + +Links: [{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"CLI reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference"},{"title":"What is --allowedTools in Claude Code | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-is-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"Claude Code: Best practices for agentic coding","url":"https://www.anthropic.com/engineering/claude-code-best-practices"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"A developer's Claude Code CLI reference (2025 guide)","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-cli-reference"},{"title":"[BUG] --allowedTools no working reliably · Issue #563 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/563"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"},{"title":"Allow specifying allowedTools for all projects · Issue #889 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/889"}] + +Links: [{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"CLI reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"What is --allowedTools in Claude Code | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-is-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/"},{"title":"Claude Code: Best practices for agentic coding","url":"https://www.anthropic.com/engineering/claude-code-best-practices"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"[BUG] --allowedTools no working reliably · Issue #563 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/563"},{"title":"A developer's Claude Code CLI reference (2025 guide)","url":"https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-cli-reference"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"},{"title":"Allow specifying allowedTools for all projects · Issue #889 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/889"}] + +Based on the search results, here's the documentation for the `--allowedTools` flag syntax in Claude Code CLI: + +## **--allowedTools Flag Syntax** + +The --allowedTools flag specifies which Claude Code operations can proceed without permission prompts, providing granular control over automation scope while maintaining security boundaries. + +### **Basic Usage** + +The flag accepts tool names and patterns like: +- `claude --allowedTools "Read" "Edit" "Bash(git status)"` +- `claude --allowedTools "Bash(npm *)" "Grep" "Glob"` +- `claude --allowedTools "Read" "Edit" "Bash(git *)" --model sonnet` + +### **Permission Patterns** + +You can specify: +- **ToolName**: permit every action +- **ToolName(*)**: permit any argument +- **ToolName(filter)**: permit matching calls only + +### **Common Tool Examples** + +Examples include: +- **Edit**: change files +- **ReadFile:***: read any file +- **WriteFile(src/*)**: write inside src/ +- **DeleteFile:***: remove files +- **Bash:***: every shell command (risky) +- **Bash(ls *)**: just ls +- **Bash(git commit:*)**: commit with any message +- **Bash(npm install)**: install packages + +### **Use Cases** + +Use the --allowedTools CLI flag for session-specific permissions.(no content)For example: `claude -p "migrate foo.py from React to Vue. When you are done, you MUST return the string OK if you succeeded, or FAIL if the task failed." --allowedTools Edit Bash(git commit:*)` + +The flag is particularly useful for automation, CI/CD pipelines, and scripting scenarios where you want to grant specific permissions without interactive prompts while maintaining security controls. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:41:35 + +``` +# --allowedTools Flag Syntax + +Based on the Claude Code CLI reference, the `--allowedTools` flag syntax is: + +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Bash(git log:*)" "Bash(git diff:*)" "Read" +``` + +**Key syntax details:** + +- **Multiple tools**: Each tool is passed as a separate quoted argument +- **Pattern matching**: Tools support wildcard patterns like `Bash(git log:*)` to specify which commands are allowed +- **Format**: `ToolName(pattern:*)` for restricted tools, or just `ToolName` for unrestricted access + +The documentation states: `"Tools that execute without prompting for permission. To restrict which tools are available, use` `--tools` `instead"` + +This allows you to pre-approve specific tool commands without requiring interactive confirmation during execution. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:41:37 + +``` +# Claude Code --allowedTools Examples + +Based on the provided content, I cannot find specific command-line examples showing the `--allowedTools` flag syntax with multiple tools or file patterns. + +The article mentions that the CLI flag approach exists: **"CLI flag : `claude --allowedTools Edit` for a throw-away session"** but provides only this single, simple example without demonstrating how to combine multiple tools or use pattern matching. + +## What the content does show: + +The article explains rule syntax patterns like: +- `ToolName` - permit every action +- `ToolName(*)` - permit any argument +- `ToolName(filter)` - permit matching calls only + +And provides examples such as `WriteFile(src/*)` and `Bash(ls *)`, but these are shown in the context of configuration files (`.claude/settings.json`), not CLI flags. + +**To get complete command-line examples with proper quoting and multiple tools, you would need to consult the official Anthropic documentation** referenced in the article: https://docs.anthropic.com/en/docs/claude-code/settings#permissions +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: ""claude --allowedTools" exact syntax multiple tools quotes example" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:41:55 + +``` +Web search results for query: ""claude --allowedTools" exact syntax multiple tools quotes example" + +Links: [{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"What is --allowedTools in Claude Code | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-is-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/"},{"title":"Claude Code Cheat Sheet: The Reference Guide","url":"https://devoriales.com/post/400/claude-code-cheat-sheet-the-reference-guide"},{"title":"How to make Claude Desktop Auto-Approve MCP Tools: A Power User’s Guide","url":"https://kahunam.com/articles/blog/how-to-make-claude-desktop-auto-approve-mcp-tools-a-power-users-guide/"}] + +Links: [{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"What is --allowedTools in Claude Code | ClaudeLog","url":"https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-is-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/"},{"title":"Claude Code Cheat Sheet: The Reference Guide","url":"https://devoriales.com/post/400/claude-code-cheat-sheet-the-reference-guide"},{"title":"How to make Claude Desktop Auto-Approve MCP Tools: A Power User’s Guide","url":"https://kahunam.com/articles/blog/how-to-make-claude-desktop-auto-approve-mcp-tools-a-power-users-guide/"}] + +Based on the search results, here's information about the `--allowedTools` syntax in Claude Code with examples for multiple tools: + +## Syntax for Multiple Tools + +The `--allowedTools` flag accepts multiple tool names in quotes, separated by spaces: + +**Examples:** + +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Read" "Edit" "Bash(git status)" +``` + +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Bash(npm *)" "Grep" "Glob" +``` + +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Read" "Edit" "Bash(git *)" --model sonnet +``` + +## For MCP Tools + +For MCP (Model Context Protocol) tools, you can use comma-separated tool names: + +```bash +claude --allowedTools "mcp__filesystem__read_file,mcp__github__list_issues" +``` + +```bash +claude --allowedTools "mcp__filesystem__*" +``` + +The `--allowedTools` flag specifies which Claude Code operations can proceed without permission prompts, providing granular control over which tools can execute automatically while maintaining security boundaries. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "claude code allowedTools "Write(CLAUDE.md)" syntax" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:41:59 + +``` +Web search results for query: "claude code allowedTools "Write(CLAUDE.md)" syntax" + +Links: [{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"CLI reference - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference"},{"title":"Shipyard | Claude Code CLI Cheatsheet: config, commands, prompts, + best practices","url":"https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/"},{"title":"[BUG] --allowedTools no working reliably · Issue #563 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/563"},{"title":"ClaudeLog - Claude Code Docs, Guides, Tutorials & Best Practices","url":"https://claudelog.com/configuration/"},{"title":"The Ultimate Claude Code Cheat Sheet: Your Complete Command Reference | by Toni Maxx | Nov, 2025 | Medium","url":"https://medium.com/@tonimaxx/the-ultimate-claude-code-cheat-sheet-your-complete-command-reference-f9796013ea50"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"},{"title":"Claude Code Permissions | Developing with AI Tools | Steve Kinney","url":"https://stevekinney.com/courses/ai-development/claude-code-permissions"},{"title":"How I use Claude Code (+ my best tips)","url":"https://www.builder.io/blog/claude-code"},{"title":"The Complete Guide to Setting Global Instructions for Claude Code CLI | by Naqeeb ali Shamsi | Medium","url":"https://naqeebali-shamsi.medium.com/the-complete-guide-to-setting-global-instructions-for-claude-code-cli-cec8407c99a0"}] + +Links: [{"title":"How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses","url":"https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code"},{"title":"CLI reference - 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Here's what I discovered: + +## AllowedTools Syntax + +The `allowedTools` configuration accepts tool names with optional pattern matching, such as `["Read", "Write", "Bash(git *)"]`. You can specify: + +### Basic Tool Permissions +- **Simple tools**: `"Read"`, `"Write"`, `"Edit"`, `"MultiEdit"`, `"Glob"`, `"Grep"`, `"LS"` +- **Bash commands with patterns**: `"Bash(git *)"` allows all git commands +- **Web tools**: `"WebFetch"`, `"WebSearch"` + +### Pattern Matching Syntax + +You can use patterns to restrict tool usage to specific files or paths, like `"Write(./production.config.*)"` to deny writes to production config files. + +For your specific example `"Write(CLAUDE.md)"`, this would allow Claude to write specifically to a file named `CLAUDE.md`. + +### Configuration Locations + +Settings can be configured in multiple locations: global (`~/.claude/settings.json`), project (`.claude/settings.json`), or local (`.claude/settings.local.json`). + +### Example Configuration + +```json +{ + "permissions": { + "allowedTools": [ + "Read", + "Write", + "Bash(git *)", + "Bash(npm *)" + ], + "deny": [ + "Read(.env*)", + "Write(production.config.*)" + ] + } +} +``` + +You can also use CLI flags: `--allowedTools` to specify allowed tools or `--disallowedTools` to explicitly deny certain tools for a session. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/ + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:42:09 + +``` +# Claude Code --allowedTools Flag Syntax + +Based on the cheatsheet, here's the exact command line format for the `--allowedTools` flag: + +## Single Example from Documentation + +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Write" "Bash(git *)" +``` + +## Key Syntax Details + +The documentation shows that **multiple tools are specified as separate quoted strings**. According to the cheatsheet: + +> "claude --allowedTools "Write" "Bash(git *)"" + +This format allows you to: +- List each tool as its own quoted argument +- Use wildcard patterns like `Bash(git *)` for command families +- Combine different permission types in a single command + +## Additional Context from Settings + +The same tools can be configured in `settings.json` using an array format: + +```json +"allowedTools": [ + "Read", + "Write(src/**)", + "Bash(git *)", + "Bash(npm *)" +] +``` + +The CLI flag syntax mirrors this by using space-separated quoted strings rather than JSON array notation. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/563 + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:42:10 + +``` +# Claude Code --allowedTools Syntax Examples + +Based on the issue thread, here are the key syntax examples for `--allowedTools`: + +## Correct Syntax (Comma-Separated) + +The correct format uses a **single comma-separated string**: + +```bash +claude -p "update the README" --allowedTools "Bash(git diff:*),Bash(git log:*),Edit" +``` + +As one commenter clarified: *"--allowedTools Comma-separated list of tool names to allow (e.g. \"Bash(git*),Edit,Replace\")"* + +## What Doesn't Work (Multiple Arguments) + +The documentation showed incorrect syntax with separate arguments: +```bash +# This FAILS: +claude -p "prompt" --allowedTools "Bash(dotnet:*)" Edit +``` + +## Complex Real-World Example + +A user's working command with multiple git operations and build tools: + +```bash +claude -p "/init" --allowedTools "Bash(git diff:*),Bash(git status:*),Bash(git add:*),Bash(git commit:*),Bash(git push:*),Edit,Write" +``` + +## Key Takeaway + +All allowed tools must be in **one quoted string separated by commas**, not as separate command arguments. The pattern syntax `Tool(pattern:*)` restricts which subcommands Claude can execute. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Fetch https://www.eesel.ai/blog/claude-code-cli-reference + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:42:19 + +``` +I cannot find specific syntax documentation for the `--allowedTools` flag in the provided content. The web page is a Claude Code CLI reference guide, but the excerpt doesn't contain detailed command examples showing the exact format for this flag (whether it uses comma-separated values, space-separated quoted strings, or another syntax). + +The content discusses Claude Code's capabilities and general setup, but doesn't include comprehensive flag documentation with multiple command examples demonstrating `--allowedTools` syntax variations. + +To get this information, you would need to consult: +- The official Claude Code CLI documentation at docs.claude.com +- The CLI help output via `claude --help` or `claude /help` +- Anthropic's official command reference guide +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: "claude code --allowedTools comma separated OR space separated official documentation" + +**Tool:** fetch +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:42:31 + +``` +Web search results for query: "claude code --allowedTools comma separated OR space separated official documentation" + +Links: [{"title":"Agent Skills - Claude Code Docs","url":"https://code.claude.com/docs/en/skills"},{"title":"GitHub - zebbern/claude-code-guide: Master Claude Code with this Guide! 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Includes: Setup, SKILL.md files, Agents, Commands, workflows and tricks making Claude's potential skyrocket!","url":"https://github.com/zebbern/claude-code-guide"},{"title":"Claude Code FAQ | Claude Help Center","url":"https://support.claude.com/en/articles/12386420-claude-code-faq"},{"title":"Skills - Claude Code Plugins","url":"https://claude-plugins.dev/skills/@feiskyer/codex-settings/claude-skill"},{"title":"[BUG] Claude Code subagent YAML Frontmatter authoritive documentation · Issue #8501 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/8501"},{"title":"ClaudeCode Tutorial Center - Complete Claude Code AI Programming Assistant Guide","url":"https://www.claudecode101.com/en/tutorial/configuration/tools-allowlist"},{"title":"ClaudeLog - Claude Code Docs, Guides, Tutorials & Best Practices","url":"https://claudelog.com/configuration/"},{"title":"Internal claude code tools implementaion · GitHub","url":"https://gist.github.com/bgauryy/0cdb9aa337d01ae5bd0c803943aa36bd"},{"title":"Tools and system prompt of Claude Code · GitHub","url":"https://gist.github.com/wong2/e0f34aac66caf890a332f7b6f9e2ba8f"},{"title":"[FEATURE] User-Level Agent Rules and Rule Propagation · Issue #8395 · anthropics/claude-code","url":"https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/8395"}] + +Based on the official documentation search results, here's what I found about the `--allowedTools` (or `--allowed-tools`) parameter in Claude Code: + +## Format: Comma-separated OR Space-separated + +You can specify tools as a comma-separated string or a YAML list (in Skills configuration files). + +For the CLI `--allowedTools` flag specifically: + +--allowedTools, --allowed-tools accepts a comma/space-separated list of tool names to allow, and it's a comma or space-separated list of tool names to allow. + +## Examples from Official Documentation: + +**Space-separated format:** +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Bash(git:*)" Edit +``` + +**Comma-separated format:** +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Bash(git:*),Read" +``` + +**Multiple tools with restrictions:** +```bash +# Space-separated +claude --allowedTools Bash Read Write Edit + +# With restrictions (comma-separated string) +claude --allowedTools "Bash(npm test),Read" +``` + +## Key Takeaway: + +Both comma or space-separated formats are supported for the `--allowedTools` CLI parameter. The choice is yours based on your preference or scripting needs. + + +REMINDER: You MUST include the sources above in your response to the user using markdown hyperlinks. +``` + + +### Tool Call [completed]: Check allowedTools CLI syntax + +**Tool:** think +**Timestamp:** 2026-01-13 15:42:46 +**Description:** Check allowedTools CLI syntax + +``` +Based on my research of the Claude Code documentation, I found **conflicting information** about the exact syntax, which appears to be a documentation issue. Here's what I discovered: + +## The Syntax Conflict + +There are **two different syntaxes** shown in various sources: + +### Option 1: Comma-Separated (Single String) +According to [GitHub Issue #563](https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/563), the correct format is a **single comma-separated string**: + +```bash +claude -p "update the README" --allowedTools "Bash(git diff:*),Bash(git log:*),Edit" +``` + +A user in that thread clarified: "*--allowedTools Comma-separated list of tool names to allow (e.g. \"Bash(git*),Edit,Replace\")*" + +Real-world example: +```bash +claude -p "/init" --allowedTools "Bash(git diff:*),Bash(git status:*),Bash(git add:*),Bash(git commit:*),Edit,Write" +``` + +### Option 2: Space-Separated (Multiple Quoted Arguments) +According to [Shipyard's Claude Code Cheatsheet](https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/) and the [official CLI reference](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference), the format uses **space-separated quoted strings**: + +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Write" "Bash(git *)" +``` + +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Read" "Edit" "Bash(git status)" +``` + +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Bash(git log:*)" "Bash(git diff:*)" "Read" +``` + +## For Your Specific Use Case: `Write(CLAUDE.md)` + +Based on the patterns found, here are both possible syntaxes: + +**Comma-separated (if this syntax works):** +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Write(CLAUDE.md),Read,Bash(git *)" +``` + +**Space-separated (if this syntax works):** +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Write(CLAUDE.md)" "Read" "Bash(git *)" +``` + +## Recommendation + +Given the conflicting documentation, I recommend: + +1. **Try the comma-separated format first** - The GitHub issue thread suggests this is the actual working syntax despite what some documentation shows +2. **Check your Claude Code version** - Run `claude --help` or `claude --version` to see what format your version expects +3. **Test with a simple command** to verify which format works for your installation + +## Additional Notes + +- **No spaces around commas** if using comma-separated format +- **Each tool in quotes** if using space-separated format +- **Patterns use colons**: `Bash(git diff:*)` not `Bash(git diff *)` +- **File patterns**: `Write(CLAUDE.md)` restricts writing to only that specific file + +Sources: +- [CLI reference - Claude Code Docs](https://code.claude.com/docs/en/cli-reference) +- [How to use Allowed Tools in Claude Code | Instructa Courses](https://www.instructa.ai/blog/claude-code/how-to-use-allowed-tools-in-claude-code) +- [Shipyard Claude Code Cheatsheet](https://shipyard.build/blog/claude-code-cheat-sheet/) +- [GitHub Issue #563: --allowedTools not working reliably](https://github.com/anthropics/claude-code/issues/563) +- [What is --allowedTools in Claude Code | ClaudeLog](https://claudelog.com/faqs/what-is-allowed-tools-in-claude-code/) +``` +## Agent (2026-01-13 15:42:49) + +Bobert found the issue! The documentation is inconsistent, but based on the GitHub issue thread, the syntax should be: + +**Either comma-separated (single quoted string):** +```bash +--allowedTools "Read,Write(CLAUDE.md),WebFetch,Grep,Glob" +``` + +**Or space-separated (multiple quoted strings):** +```bash +--allowedTools "Read" "Write(CLAUDE.md)" "WebFetch" "Grep" "Glob" +``` + +Your current syntax looks correct! But let's check if there's another issue - try changing to the **space-separated format** which seems to be more reliable: + +```bash +claude -p "/init" --allowedTools "Read" "Write(CLAUDE.md)" "WebFetch" "Grep" "Glob" --model "opus" +``` + +Also, double-check that you're using `--allowedTools` (camelCase) not `--allowed-tools` (kebab-case). The documentation shows both, but the camelCase version may be more reliable. + +## User (2026-01-13 15:43:22) + +The official docs are inconsistent? + +## Agent (2026-01-13 15:43:24) + +Yes, unfortunately! Bobert found that the official Claude Code documentation shows **conflicting syntax examples** for the `--allowedTools` flag. Let me show you what Bobert found: + +## The Inconsistency + +**From the official CLI reference**, it shows **space-separated** quoted arguments: +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Write" "Bash(git *)" +``` + +**But from GitHub issues and user reports**, the actual working syntax is **comma-separated** in a single string: +```bash +claude --allowedTools "Bash(git diff:*),Bash(git log:*),Edit" +``` + +## What Bobert Recommends + +Given this confusion, try **both formats** to see which works for your Claude Code version: + +**Format 1: Space-separated (as shown in official docs)** +```bash +claude -p "/init" --allowedTools "Read" "Write(CLAUDE.md)" "WebFetch" "Grep" "Glob" --model "opus" +``` + +**Format 2: Comma-separated (as reported working by users)** +```bash +claude -p "/init" --allowedTools "Read,Write(CLAUDE.md),WebFetch,Grep,Glob" --model "opus" +``` + +You could also check your local Claude Code help: +```bash +claude --help | grep -A 5 allowedTools +``` + +This should show you the expected format for your specific installation. + +Would you like Bobert to check which version of Claude Code you have installed, or would you prefer to test both syntaxes to see which one works? + diff --git a/CLAUDE.md b/CLAUDE.md deleted file mode 100644 index 5443a813f03..00000000000 --- a/CLAUDE.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,453 +0,0 @@ -# CLAUDE.md - -This file provides guidance to Claude Code (claude.ai/code) when working with code in this repository. - -## Overview - -Bitwarden client applications monorepo containing browser extension, web vault, desktop (Electron), and CLI clients. Uses Angular 20+, TypeScript, Nx build system, and npm workspaces. - -- **Business Domain**: Password management, secure credential storage, enterprise identity management -- **Key Concepts**: - - **Cipher**: The core vault item (Login, SecureNote, Card, Identity, SshKey) - - **Collection**: Organization-level grouping of ciphers with permission-based access - - **Folder**: User-level grouping (personal organization only) - - **Organization**: Enterprise/team container with policies, collections, and user management - - **Vault**: User's encrypted credential store -- **Primary Users**: - - Individual users managing personal passwords - - Enterprise administrators managing organization policies and users - - Developers integrating via CLI or API -- **External Integrations**: Identity providers (SSO), directory services, SCIM provisioning, Duo/WebAuthn 2FA - -## Architecture & Patterns - -### Monorepo Structure - -- **`apps/`** - Client applications (browser, web, desktop, cli) -- **`libs/`** - Shared libraries used across apps -- **`bitwarden_license/`** - Bitwarden-licensed code (commercial features) - - `bit-browser/`, `bit-web/`, `bit-cli/`, `bit-common/` mirror the OSS structure - -### Key Libraries - -- **`libs/common`** - Core business logic, models, services (platform-agnostic) -- **`libs/angular`** - Angular-specific implementations and guards -- **`libs/components`** - Shared UI component library (Storybook: `npm run storybook`) -- **`libs/auth`** - Authentication logic and login strategies -- **`libs/vault`** - Vault management, ciphers, folders -- **`libs/key-management`** - Cryptographic operations -- **`libs/state`** - State management utilities -- **`libs/admin-console`** - Organization and collection management - -### Nx Build System - -Two library patterns exist: -- **Modern libraries** (e.g., `libs/state`): Native Nx executors with `@nx/js:tsc` -- **Legacy libraries** (e.g., `libs/common`): Facade pattern using `nx:run-script` to npm scripts - -```bash -# View all projects -npx nx show projects - -# Visualize dependency graph -npx nx dep-graph - -# Build only affected projects -npx nx affected:build --base=origin/main -npx nx affected:test - -# Clear build cache -npx nx reset -``` - -### Build Configurations - -- `oss-dev` / `oss` - Open source builds -- `commercial-dev` / `commercial` - Bitwarden-licensed builds - -Example: `npx nx build cli --configuration=commercial-dev` - -### State Management (ADR-0003, ADR-0027) - -- **Observables (RxJS)**: Service-level state and cross-component communication -- **Signals**: Component-local state only -- Use `toSignal()` to bridge service observables into signal-based components -- Services must NOT use signals for state shared with non-Angular code -- State stored via `StateProvider` with typed `StateDefinition` keys -- Per-user state separation via `UserId` for multi-account support - -### Data Flow Pattern - -``` -API Response → CipherResponse (plain JSON) - → CipherData (intermediate, encrypted strings) - → Cipher (domain object, EncString fields) - → decrypt() → CipherView (decrypted, ready for display) - → UI/Components -``` - -### Platform-Specific Architecture - -**Browser Extension:** -- Use `BrowserApi` abstraction, never raw `chrome.*`/`browser.*` APIs -- Use `BrowserApi.addListener()` for event listeners (Safari cleanup) -- MV3 service workers can terminate anytime - no persistent state assumptions -- See `apps/browser/CLAUDE.md` for details - -**Web Vault:** -- No browser extension APIs -- Support multi-tenant organization permissions -- Don't rely on localStorage for security-critical data -- See `apps/web/CLAUDE.md` for details - -**Desktop (Electron):** -- Main process: Node.js + Electron (`/apps/desktop/src/main/`) -- Renderer process: Angular app (browser-like) -- Use IPC for cross-process communication -- Never import Node.js in renderer or Angular in main -- See `apps/desktop/CLAUDE.md` for details - -**CLI:** -- Output JSON when `BW_RESPONSE=true` using Response objects -- Use `CliUtils.writeLn()`, never `console.log()` -- Respect `BW_CLEANEXIT` for scripting environments -- See `apps/cli/CLAUDE.md` for details - -## Stack Best Practices - -### Build Commands - -This repo uses Nx. Reference `project.json` files for available targets. - -```bash -# Build apps (outputs to /dist/) -npx nx build cli -npx nx build @bitwarden/common # Legacy libs include @bitwarden prefix - -# Test and lint -npx nx test cli -npx nx lint cli - -# Single test file -npm test -- --testPathPattern="path/to/file.spec.ts" - -# Run locally built CLI -node dist/apps/cli/oss-dev/bw.js -``` - -### App-Specific Build Commands - -**Browser Extension** (from `apps/browser/`): -```bash -npm run build:watch:chrome # Dev build with watch -npm run build:bit:watch:chrome # Bitwarden-licensed build -``` - -**Web Vault** (from `apps/web/`): -```bash -npm run build:bit:dev:watch # Dev server -npm run build:oss:watch # OSS dev server -``` - -**Desktop** (from `apps/desktop/`): -```bash -npm run build:dev # Build all (main, renderer, preload) -npm run electron # Run Electron app -``` - -**CLI** (from `apps/cli/`): -```bash -npm run build:oss:watch # Dev build with watch -``` - -### Linting and Formatting - -```bash -npm run lint # ESLint + Prettier check -npm run lint:fix # ESLint auto-fix -npm run prettier # Prettier auto-fix -``` - -### Angular Conventions (ADRs) - -- **Standalone components** - Default pattern, no NgModules -- **OnPush change detection** - Required for all components -- **`inject()` function** - Use instead of constructor injection -- **Signals for component state** - Local state only (ADR-0027) -- **Observables for service state** - Cross-component communication (ADR-0003) -- **No TypeScript enums** - Use const objects with type aliases (ADR-0025) -- **Visibility modifiers** - `protected` for template access, `private` for internal -- Use new control flow syntax (`@if`, `@for`, `@switch`) instead of `*ngIf`, `*ngFor` -- Use `takeUntilDestroyed()` for subscription cleanup instead of manual `destroy$` subjects - -### Class Member Organization - -1. Inputs → 2. Outputs → 3. ViewChild/ContentChild → 4. Injected dependencies → 5. Public properties → 6. Protected properties → 7. Private properties → 8. Lifecycle hooks → 9. Public methods → 10. Protected methods → 11. Private methods - -### Type Safety Patterns - -No TypeScript enums - use const objects with type aliases (ADR-0025): -```typescript -export const CipherType = Object.freeze({ - Login: 1, - SecureNote: 2, -} as const); -export type CipherType = (typeof CipherType)[keyof typeof CipherType]; -``` - -Use opaque ID types for compile-time safety (`libs/common/src/types/guid.ts`): -```typescript -export type OrganizationId = Opaque; -export type CollectionId = Opaque; -export type CipherId = Opaque; -export type UserId = Opaque; -``` - -### Angular Migrations - -Use Angular CLI schematics (never manually migrate): -```bash -npx ng generate @angular/core:standalone --path= --mode=convert-to-standalone -npx ng generate @angular/core:control-flow -npx ng generate @angular/core:signal-input-migration -npx ng generate @angular/core:inject-migration -``` - -Use the `/angular-modernization` skill for migrating legacy Angular code. - -### External Resources - -- [Contributing Documentation](https://contributing.bitwarden.com/) -- [Clients Getting Started](https://contributing.bitwarden.com/getting-started/clients/) -- [Angular Style Guide](https://contributing.bitwarden.com/contributing/code-style/web/angular) -- [ADR Index](https://contributing.bitwarden.com/architecture/adr/) - -## Anti-Patterns - -### Browser Extension - -| Anti-Pattern | Issue | Alternative | -|--------------|-------|-------------| -| Direct `chrome.*` or `browser.*` API usage | Cross-browser incompatibility | Use `BrowserApi` abstraction at `apps/browser/src/platform/browser/browser-api.ts` | -| `addListener()` in popup context | Safari memory leak | Use `BrowserApi.addListener()` which handles Safari cleanup | -| Using `window` object in service workers | Reference error in MV3 | Use `self` or `globalThis` | -| Injecting script elements with extension URLs | Fingerprinting vulnerability (ESLint enforced) | Use content scripts properly | -| Persistent state assumptions in MV3 | Service workers can terminate anytime | Design for stateless operation | - -### Desktop (Electron) - -| Anti-Pattern | Issue | Alternative | -|--------------|-------|-------------| -| Node.js imports in renderer process | IPC violations, security risk | Use preload scripts with `ipcRenderer.invoke()` | -| Angular imports in main process | Process boundary violation | Use IPC communication | - -### CLI - -| Anti-Pattern | Issue | Alternative | -|--------------|-------|-------------| -| `console.log()` for output | Breaks JSON output when `BW_RESPONSE=true` | Use `CliUtils.writeLn()` | -| Free-form text output | Breaks scripting | Use Response objects from `apps/cli/src/models/response/` | - -### Angular - -| Anti-Pattern | Issue | Alternative | -|--------------|-------|-------------| -| Signals in services | Incompatible with non-Angular code | Keep services as observables, use `toSignal()` in components | -| `effect()` for derived state | Unnecessary complexity | Use `computed()` | -| Manual subscriptions without cleanup | Memory leaks | Use `takeUntilDestroyed()` | -| `ngClass`/`ngStyle` | Performance overhead | Use `[class.*]`/`[style.*]` bindings | -| Constructor injection | Legacy pattern | Use `inject()` function | -| Default change detection | Performance issues | Use `ChangeDetectionStrategy.OnPush` | -| TypeScript enums | Bundle bloat, type issues | Use const objects (ADR-0025) | -| Mixing constructor and `inject()` | Inconsistent pattern | Use `inject()` consistently | -| Old template syntax (`*ngIf`, `*ngFor`) | Legacy pattern | Use `@if`, `@for`, `@switch` | - -### Security Anti-Patterns - -| Anti-Pattern | Issue | Alternative | -|--------------|-------|-------------| -| `localStorage` for security-critical data | Clearable storage in web vault | Use secure state management | -| Hardcoded colors in SVG | Theme/CSS violations (ESLint enforced) | Use CSS variables | -| Missing labels on icon buttons | Accessibility violations (ESLint enforced) | Add `label` attribute | -| Public component properties | Encapsulation violation | Use `private`/`protected` modifiers | - -### Files with `// @ts-strict-ignore` - -These files have TypeScript strict mode disabled and represent migration debt. Avoid adding more. - -### ESLint Custom Rules - -Custom rules enforced in `eslint.config.mjs`: -- `no-page-script-url-leakage` - Prevents extension URL fingerprinting -- `no-enums` - Enforces const objects over TypeScript enums -- `required-using` - Requires `using` keyword for disposable resources -- `require-theme-colors-in-svg` - Prevents hardcoded colors in SVG templates -- `require-label-on-biticonbutton` - Enforces accessibility labels - -## Data Models - -### Core Domain Entities - -**Cipher** (`libs/common/src/vault/models/`): -- Domain model: `domain/cipher.ts` (encrypted) -- View model: `view/cipher.view.ts` (decrypted) -- Data model: `data/cipher.data.ts` (intermediate) -- Types: Login (1), SecureNote (2), Card (3), Identity (4), SshKey (5) -- Properties: `name`, `notes`, `login`, `card`, `identity`, `secureNote`, `sshKey`, `fields`, `attachments`, `passwordHistory` -- Supports individual cipher encryption via `key` field - -**Login** (`libs/common/src/vault/models/domain/login.ts`): -- Properties: `uris`, `username`, `password`, `passwordRevisionDate`, `totp`, `autofillOnPageLoad`, `fido2Credentials` -- URI checksum validation for tamper detection - -**Collection** (`libs/admin-console/src/common/collections/models/`): -- Organization-level grouping with permission-based access -- Properties: `id`, `organizationId`, `name`, `readOnly`, `hidePasswords`, `manage` -- Permission getters: `canEditItems(org)`, `canEdit(org)`, `canDelete(org)` - -**Folder** (`libs/common/src/vault/models/`): -- User-level grouping (personal only) -- Properties: `id`, `name`, `revisionDate` - -**Organization** (`libs/common/src/admin-console/models/domain/organization.ts`): -- Enterprise container with complex permission model -- User types: Owner, Admin, Member, Custom -- Feature flags: `usePolicies`, `useGroups`, `useSso`, `useSecretsManager`, etc. -- Permission getters: `canAccess`, `isAdmin`, `isOwner`, `canEditAllCiphers`, etc. - -### Key Value Objects - -**EncString** (`libs/key-management/crypto/models/enc-string.ts`): -- Encrypted string container with IV, MAC, and encrypted data -- Used for all sensitive fields in domain models - -**Type-Safe IDs** (`libs/common/src/types/guid.ts`): -- `OrganizationId`, `CollectionId`, `CipherId`, `UserId`, `SendId` -- Opaque types for compile-time safety - -### Entity Relationships - -``` -Organization - ├── Collections (N:1) - │ └── Ciphers (N:M via collectionIds) - ├── Policies (N:1) - └── Users/Groups - -User - ├── Folders (N:1, personal only) - │ └── Ciphers (N:1 via folderId) - └── Ciphers (personal, no organizationId) -``` - -### Validation Patterns - -- URI checksum validation in `Login.decrypt()` to detect tampering -- Decryption failure handling marks ciphers with `decryptionFailure = true` -- Permission checks via `CipherAuthorizationService` using observable composition -- State definition naming rules: camelCase, >3 chars, no spaces/underscores, human-readable - -## Configuration, Security, and Authentication - -### Authentication Flows - -**Location:** `libs/auth/src/common/login-strategies/` - -Multiple login strategies using Strategy Pattern: -- **PasswordLoginStrategy**: Master password with KDF derivation -- **SsoLoginStrategy**: Single Sign-On with 2FA session tokens -- **WebAuthnLoginStrategy**: FIDO2/WebAuthn with PRF key support -- **UserApiLoginStrategy**: API key authentication (Client ID/Secret) -- **AuthRequestLoginStrategy**: Passwordless authentication - -### Two-Factor Authentication - -**Location:** `libs/common/src/auth/two-factor/` - -Supported providers (by priority): -1. OrganizationDuo (highest) -2. WebAuthn -3. YubiKey (Premium) -4. Duo (Premium) -5. Authenticator (TOTP) -6. Email (lowest) - -### Key Management - -**Location:** `libs/key-management/src/` - -Key hierarchy: -1. **Master Key**: Derived from master password via KDF (PBKDF2 or Argon2) -2. **User Key**: 512-bit random, encrypted with Master Key -3. **Key Pair**: RSA 2048-bit for asymmetric operations -4. **Organization Keys**: Per-org symmetric keys encrypted with user's public key -5. **Device Key**: For Trusted Device Encryption (passwordless unlock) - -**Password Hashing**: -- `HashPurpose.ServerAuthorization`: Single PBKDF2 iteration (sent to server) -- `HashPurpose.LocalAuthorization`: Two PBKDF2 iterations (local validation) - -### Authorization Guards - -**Location:** `libs/angular/src/auth/guards/` - -- **authGuard**: Primary authentication gate with TDE and password reset handling -- **lockGuard**: Vault lock screen access control -- **TwoFactorAuthGuard**: 2FA flow protection - -### Token Management - -**Location:** `libs/common/src/auth/services/token.service.ts` - -- Access tokens (JWT) with claims: `sub`, `email`, `premium`, `sstamp` (security stamp), `orgowner` -- Refresh tokens for session extension -- Two-factor "Remember Me" tokens stored per email -- Storage locations: Memory, Disk, or Secure Storage based on vault timeout settings - -### Environment Variables - -**CLI-specific** (`apps/cli/src/program.ts`): -- `BW_SESSION`: Encryption session key (Base64) -- `BW_RESPONSE`: Output JSON instead of human-readable text -- `BW_QUIET`: Suppress stdout output -- `BW_RAW`: Return raw output without messages -- `BW_CLEANEXIT`: Force exit code 0 even on errors -- `BW_PRETTY`: Format JSON with indentation -- `BW_NOINTERACTION`: Prevent interactive prompts -- `BW_CLIENTID` / `BW_CLIENTSECRET`: API key authentication - -**Desktop**: -- `ELECTRON_NO_UPDATER`: Disable auto-updater when set to "1" - -### Build Configuration - -**Config files** (`apps/*/config/`): -- `base.json`: Common settings -- `development.json`: Local development (localhost URLs, proxy settings) -- `cloud.json`: Production cloud URLs -- `selfhosted.json`: Self-hosted deployment settings - -**Feature flags** (`libs/common/src/enums/feature-flag.enum.ts`): -- Server-driven flags via `/api/config` endpoint -- 1-hour cache TTL with 800ms timeout guard -- Dev flags only enabled when `ENV=development` - -### Security Controls - -- **Security Stamp**: JWT claim that invalidates tokens on critical account changes -- **Vault Timeout**: Configurable auto-lock with action (lock vs logout) -- **Biometric Unlock**: Optional password requirement on first unlock -- **Trusted Device Encryption**: Device-specific keys for passwordless unlock -- **Master Password Re-prompt**: Per-cipher setting for sensitive items - -### API URL Configuration - -**Location:** `libs/common/src/platform/services/default-environment.service.ts` - -Production regions: -- US: `*.bitwarden.com` -- EU: `*.bitwarden.eu` -- Self-hosted: Custom URLs with validation - -URLs configured: `api`, `identity`, `icons`, `webVault`, `notifications`, `events`, `scim` -