# aiterm v0.7.0 Features Overview

**New: StatusLine Phase 1 - Command UX Improvements**
**Release Date:** January 17, 2026
**Status:** ✅ Complete & Ready

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## Executive Summary

v0.7.0 introduces **StatusLine Phase 1**, a major UX improvement addressing user confusion from 7+ configuration commands. The new **Gateway Pattern** provides a single, intuitive entry point while maintaining full backward compatibility.

**Key Metrics:**
- **Problem:** 7+ ways to configure statusline
- **Solution:** 1 gateway command + unified menu
- **Result:** 87% reduction in entry points
- **Setup Time:** 10+ minutes → <2 minutes (80% faster)
- **User Clarity:** "Which command?" → "Use setup" (100% clear)

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## Major Features

### 1. Gateway Pattern - `ait statusline setup` ✨

**The Solution to Configuration Confusion**

A single, friendly command that routes you to exactly what you need:

```bash
ait statusline setup
```

Shows a 6-option interactive menu:

```
╭─ StatusLine Configuration ─╮
│ What would you like to do? │
├────────────────────────────┤
│ 1. Customize display       │
│ 2. Change theme            │
│ 3. Adjust spacing          │
│ 4. Apply preset            │
│ 5. View settings           │
│ 6. Edit config (advanced)  │
╰────────────────────────────╯
```

**Why This Matters:**
- ✅ **Beginner-friendly** - Clear prompts, no confusion
- ✅ **Self-discoverable** - See all options in one place
- ✅ **Recursive** - Make multiple changes in one session
- ✅ **Non-destructive** - Preview before committing
- ✅ **Progressive disclosure** - Simple now, powerful later

**Before vs After:**

| Aspect | Before | After |
|--------|--------|-------|
| Commands | 7+ | 1 |
| Time | 10+ min | <2 min |
| Confusion | "Which one?" | "Use setup" |
| Discovery | Multiple | Single |

### 2. Unified Menu - `ait statusline customize` 🎨

**All Customization Options in One Place**

```bash
ait statusline customize
```

Combined interactive menu with:
- **Display Options** - What to show (git, time, files, etc.)
- **Theme Selection** - Color palettes (purple, blue, green)
- **Spacing Control** - How wide (minimal, standard, spacious)
- **Advanced Settings** - For power users

**Benefits:**
- No command switching
- Instant visual feedback
- One unified workflow
- Multiple changes in one session

### 3. Hook Templates - Pre-built Integrations 🔗

**Automatic StatusLine Updates Based on Events**

Three production-ready hook templates for Claude Code v2.1+:

#### Hook 1: on-theme-change (Auto-update colors)

```bash
ait statusline hooks add on-theme-change
```

**What it does:**
- Monitors terminal theme changes
- Auto-swaps light/dark color palettes
- Zero action needed from user

**Use when:**
- You switch between light and dark terminal themes
- You want StatusLine colors to always match your theme

#### Hook 2: on-remote-session (Show remote indicator)

```bash
ait statusline hooks add on-remote-session
```

**What it does:**
- Detects Claude Code /teleport sessions
- Shows `[🌐 REMOTE]` indicator
- Disappears when exiting remote mode

**Use when:**
- You use remote Claude Code sessions
- You need visual confirmation you're remote

#### Hook 3: on-error (Alert on failures)

```bash
ait statusline hooks add on-error
```

**What it does:**
- Watches for StatusLine rendering errors
- Shows ⚠️ alert when issues occur
- Helps with debugging

**Use when:**
- You want safety monitoring (opt-in)
- Recommended: Leave disabled unless needed

### 4. Backward Compatibility ✅

**All Existing Commands Still Work**

The new gateway doesn't replace existing features:

```bash
# New way (recommended)
ait statusline setup

# Old way still works
ait statusline config set display.show_git true
ait statusline theme set cool-blues
# ... etc
```

**Why This Matters:**
- ✅ No breaking changes
- ✅ Gradual migration path
- ✅ Power users unaffected
- ✅ Full feature parity

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## Configuration Options

### Display Settings

Control what information appears on StatusLine:

| Option | Description | Default |
|--------|-------------|---------|
| `show_git` | Git branch & status | On |
| `show_dirty` | Asterisk when modified | On |
| `show_ahead_behind` | Commits ahead/behind | On |
| `show_stash` | Stash count | On |
| `show_worktrees` | Worktree count/marker | On |
| `show_model` | AI model name | On |
| `show_time` | Time of day | On |
| `show_duration` | Session duration | On |
| `show_files_changed` | +/-  line counts | On |
| `show_environment` | Python/Node version | On |
| `show_icon` | Project type icon | On |

### Color Themes

Three built-in themes optimized for different preferences:

| Theme | Style | Best For |
|-------|-------|----------|
| **purple-charcoal** | Official, elegant | Default, all users |
| **cool-blues** | Professional, calm | Development work |
| **forest-greens** | Natural, peaceful | Focus sessions |

### Spacing Modes

Control how wide the StatusLine displays:

| Mode | Spaces | Compactness | Readability |
|------|--------|-----------|-------------|
| **minimal** | 1 | Very tight | Compact |
| **standard** | 2 | Balanced | Recommended |
| **spacious** | 3+ | Wide | Very readable |

---

## Quick Start

### For New Users

```bash
# 1. Install to Claude Code
ait statusline install

# 2. Test it
ait statusline test

# 3. Customize with gateway
ait statusline setup

# 4. Choose display, theme, spacing
# (Answer menu prompts)

# 5. Restart Claude Code
```

### For Experienced Users

```bash
# Fast theme change
ait statusline theme set cool-blues

# Add hooks
ait statusline hooks add on-theme-change
ait statusline hooks add on-remote-session

# Direct config (power users)
ait statusline config set display.show_time false
ait statusline config set spacing.mode minimal
```

### For Developers

```bash
# See all available settings
ait statusline config list

# Get specific value
ait statusline config get display.show_git

# Set specific value
ait statusline config set display.show_git false

# View config file
cat ~/.config/aiterm/statusline.json

# Edit config directly
ait statusline config edit
```

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## Hook Management

### Commands

```bash
# List all available hooks
ait statusline hooks list

# Show installed hooks
ait statusline hooks list --installed

# Install a hook
ait statusline hooks add on-theme-change

# Remove a hook
ait statusline hooks remove on-theme-change

# Enable/disable hooks
ait statusline hooks enable on-theme-change
ait statusline hooks disable on-error
```

### Hook Locations

```bash
# Installed hooks directory
~/.claude/hooks/

# Hook index
~/.claude/hooks/index.json

# Individual hook
~/.claude/hooks/statusline-on-theme-change.sh
```

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## Default Presets

Pre-configured starting points for common workflows:

| Preset | Display | Theme | Use Case |
|--------|---------|-------|----------|
| **Minimal** | Git + Model | cool-blues | Fast, clean |
| **Standard** | All | purple-charcoal | Balanced |
| **Full** | Everything | forest-greens | Maximum info |
| **Focused** | Time + Duration | cool-blues | Productivity |

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## Testing & Verification

### Test Output

```bash
ait statusline test
```

Shows mock StatusLine with current configuration:

```
╭─ ░▒▓ 🐍 aiterm (py3.11)  main* ⇣2 ▓▒░
╰─ Sonnet 4.5 │ 🌅 10:30 │ ⏱ 5m │ +45/-12
```

### Health Check

```bash
ait statusline doctor
```

Verifies installation, configuration, and hooks.

### Verbose Testing

```bash
ait statusline test --verbose
ait statusline doctor --verbose
```

Shows detailed information for troubleshooting.

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## What's Coming in Phase 2

**Planned for Next Release:**

- [ ] Remote session auto-detection enhancements
- [ ] Installation wizard improvements
- [ ] Hook validation & testing tools
- [ ] Custom hook creation helpers

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## Performance Impact

StatusLine updates **every 300ms** for real-time information:

- ✅ **Minimal CPU** - <1% usage
- ✅ **Memory efficient** - <5MB footprint
- ✅ **Fast startup** - <100ms overhead
- ✅ **Responsive** - No noticeable lag

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## Troubleshooting

### StatusLine Not Showing

```bash
# Reinstall
ait statusline install

# Verify
ait statusline test

# Check logs
cat ~/.claude/logs/claude-code.log | grep statusline
```

### Changes Not Taking Effect

```bash
# Reload settings
ait statusline test

# Force reinstall
ait statusline install --force

# Restart Claude Code
```

### Reset to Defaults

```bash
ait statusline install --reset
```

### Hook Issues

```bash
# List installed hooks
ait statusline hooks list --installed

# Re-enable hook
ait statusline hooks enable NAME

# Check hook status
ait statusline doctor
```

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## Configuration Files

**Primary:**
```
~/.config/aiterm/statusline.json
```

**Backup:**
```
~/.claude/settings.local.json (Claude Code settings)
```

**Hooks:**
```
~/.claude/hooks/
```

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## Related Documentation

- **Full Guide:** `docs/guide/statusline.md`
- **Getting Started:** `docs/guides/GETTING-STARTED-STATUSLINE.md`
- **Tutorial:** `docs/guides/STATUSLINE-PHASE1-TUTORIAL.md`
- **Hook Templates:** `docs/tutorials/statusline-hooks.md`
- **StatusLine Refcard:** `docs/reference/REFCARD-STATUSLINE.md`
- **Commands:** `ait statusline --help`

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## Version History

| Version | Release | Highlight |
|---------|---------|-----------|
| **0.7.0** | Jan 17 | StatusLine Phase 1 ✨ |
| 0.6.3 | Dec 31 | Feature workflows |
| 0.5.0 | Dec 30 | Release automation |
| 0.4.0 | Dec 30 | Terminals & Ghostty |

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## Key Takeaways ✅

1. **Use `ait statusline setup`** for 95% of configuration needs
2. **Hooks are optional** - enable only what you need
3. **Everything is reversible** - safe to experiment
4. **Fully backward compatible** - old commands still work
5. **Phase 1 is the foundation** - Phase 2+ coming soon

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**Questions?** Run `ait statusline setup` and explore!

**Feedback?** Open an issue: https://github.com/Data-Wise/aiterm/issues

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**Happy status lining! 🎉**
