August 10, 2026

Claude Code to enable 'auto mode' by default

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Claude's coding assistant is getting a major workflow change, making it more hands-off for users.

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The 'auto mode' in Claude Code will be turned on by default starting August 14 for paying users.

Starting August 14, Claude's coding assistant will automatically start working on tasks without you needing to manually approve each step. This makes it feel more like an automated helper. The change applies to Pro, Max, and Team accounts.

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