Context Chip Management
Claude allows users to attach files, images, and other context sources to conversations, displayed as removable chips.
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Plus (+) icon below input field opening context attachment menu
What's happening
Claude provides a plus (+) icon in the composer that opens a menu for adding context sources. Attached files and images appear as chips that can be individually removed.
Patterns
Plus (+) icon opens context attachment menu
Context sources displayed as removable chips with icons
UX Insights
- •Multiple context sources can be attached simultaneously
- •Chips show file type with appropriate icons
- •Individual removal provides granular control
- •Visual feedback confirms context is attached
Design Decisions
The chip-based approach makes it clear what context the AI will receive. The plus icon placement below the input keeps it accessible without cluttering the main input area.
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Multimodal Input
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Tool Switching in Composer
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