MCP Tab Indicator
Tabs you opened. Tabs your AI opened. Now you can tell the difference.
Questions this answers
- How can I tell which tabs were created by AI agents?
- Do MCP-created tabs look different from regular tabs?
- How do I track what my AI agent is doing in the terminal?
- Can I distinguish automated terminal sessions from manual ones?
How it works
When the MCP server creates a tab via tab_create, Chau7 tags that tab with an MCP origin marker. The tab bar renders a subtle visual indicator on these tabs: distinct enough to notice at a glance but unobtrusive enough not to clutter the interface. The indicator persists for the lifetime of the tab, even if the agent disconnects.
The indicator works alongside other tab metadata like the working directory and running process. Combined with the tab status tool, you get a complete picture: which agent created the tab, what command is running, and whether the process is idle or active.
Why it matters
When an AI agent creates several tabs during a complex task, you need to know which tabs are part of the automated workflow and which ones are your own work. MCP Tab Indicator adds a visual badge to every tab created through MCP so the distinction is immediate. No clicking, no guessing.
Frequently asked questions
Can I remove the MCP indicator from a tab?
The indicator reflects the tab's origin and cannot be manually toggled. If you want a clean tab without the indicator, create it yourself through the UI rather than through MCP.
Does the indicator affect tab behavior?
No. MCP-created tabs function identically to user-created tabs. The indicator is purely visual: it does not restrict what you can do with the tab.