# Parallel Desktop Workflows

> A reusable checklist for using Claude Code desktop features to manage parallel work across multiple sessions, panes, and projects.

- Skill: `uygnoey/parallel-desktop-workflows` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add uygnoey/parallel-desktop-workflows`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/uygnoey/parallel-desktop-workflows/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: uygnoey (https://skillmd.com/u/uygnoey)
- Updated: 2026-09-21
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/uygnoey/parallel-desktop-workflows

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# Redesigning Claude Code on desktop for parallel agents

## Instructions
- Use the sidebar to manage multiple active and recent sessions.
- Filter sessions by status, project, or environment to find the right context quickly.
- Group sessions by project to resume work faster.
- Use side chat (\u2318 + ; on macOS, Ctrl + ; on Windows/Linux) to branch a conversation when you want a parallel thread that inherits context but does not write back to the main thread.
- Use the integrated terminal to run tests/builds alongside the session.
- Use the in-app file editor for small spot edits without leaving the app.
- Use the diff viewer and preview pane to review changes and open HTML/PDF outputs in-app.
- Arrange panes (terminal, preview, diff viewer, chat) via drag-and-drop to match your workflow.
- Use \u2318 + / (or Ctrl + /) to view the full list of keyboard shortcuts.
- Choose an appropriate view mode (Verbose, Normal, Summary) depending on how much detail you want in responses.

## Examples
- When juggling multiple repos, keep sessions grouped by project and switch between them as results arrive.
- When you need an offshoot discussion (e.g., exploring an alternative approach), open side chat so the main thread stays focused.
- When verifying a change, run tests in the integrated terminal and review the resulting diff and preview side-by-side.

## Companion resources (optional)

## Source
Distilled from [Redesigning Claude Code on desktop for parallel agents](https://claude.com/blog/claude-code-desktop-redesign) (published 2026-04-14).