cs-customize-statusline

Guide PowerShell statusline customization with live terminal previews and automatic settings patching.

1|Updated Jun 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Sampi314/Sam-Plugin-Marketplace --skill cs-customize-statusline
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Skill: cs-customize-statusline
Source: https://github.com/Sampi314/Sam-Plugin-Marketplace/tree/main/Claude%20Setup/skills/cs-customize-statusline
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Sampi314/Sam-Plugin-Marketplace --skill cs-customize-statusline

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Manually customizing the Claude Code statusline requires editing PowerShell scripts and configuration files without any way to preview changes before applying, leading to time-consuming trial and error and broken configurations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Interactive guided wizard: Walks you through selecting a statusline variant (Classic or Extended widget platform), colour palette, and optional widgets via simple prompted questions.
  • Live terminal previews: Renders the actual coloured statusline output in your terminal after every choice, using synthetic mock data, so you can see exactly what your configuration will look like before committing.
  • One-click safe apply: Copies only your selected widgets to ~/.claude/, patches settings.json automatically, and creates timestamped backups of all existing configuration files for easy rollback if needed.
  • Use Case: A user who wants to add a Braille sparkline for context window usage and switch to the Nord colour palette can preview the change instantly, confirm, and have it applied in seconds with no manual script editing.

Quick Start

Tell Claude you want to customize your Claude Code statusline, select your preferred variant, colour palette, and widgets when prompted, and confirm to apply the changes automatically.

Frequently Asked Questions about cs-customize-statusline

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I customize the Claude Code statusline without breaking my PowerShell configuration?

You can customize the Claude Code statusline safely by using an interactive wizard that previews changes in the terminal before applying them. The tool copies only selected widgets to ~/.claude/ and patches settings.json automatically, creating timestamped backups for easy rollback.

Can I preview statusline widget changes before applying them to my Claude Code configuration?

Yes, you can preview statusline widget changes before applying them. The tool renders live terminal previews using synthetic mock data after every selection, showing exactly what the colored output will look like before you commit.

Does the Claude Code statusline customization tool work on Windows PowerShell?

Yes, the statusline customization tool is designed for Windows PowerShell users. It eliminates manual editing of PowerShell statusline scripts and settings files by providing a guided workflow tailored for the Windows environment.

What statusline widgets and colour palettes are available for Claude Code customization?

Available statusline options include Classic or Extended widget platform variants, various colour palettes like Nord, and optional widgets such as Braille sparklines for context window usage. You select these through prompted questions during the customization workflow.

How do I add a Braille sparkline for context window usage to my Claude Code statusline?

To add a Braille sparkline for context window usage, launch the customization wizard and select the sparkline widget when prompted. You can preview the statusline change instantly and confirm to have it applied to ~/.claude/ in seconds.

What happens to my existing settings.json when I apply a new Claude Code statusline configuration?

When applying a new statusline configuration, the tool automatically patches settings.json to activate the customized statusline. It also creates timestamped backups of all existing configuration files, ensuring you can easily rollback if needed.