Claude Code v2.1.208 adds screen reader mode and vim insert-mode remaps
Claude Code v2.1.208 introduces an opt-in plain-text screen reader mode and a setting to remap two-key vim insert-mode sequences like jj to Escape.
What it is
A release of Anthropic's Claude Code CLI focused on accessibility and editor ergonomics.
What it does
Adds `claude --ax-screen-reader` (or `CLAUDE_AX_SCREEN_READER=1` / `axScreenReader` setting) for plain-text rendering, a `vimInsertModeRemaps` setting for custom escape sequences in vim mode, a `CLAUDE_CODE_PROCESS_WRAPPER` env var so corporate launchers can require every self-spawned process to run through a wrapper executable, and mouse-click support for multi-select menus in fullscreen mode.
Why it matters
Screen reader support and configurable process wrappers matter for teams that need Claude Code to work with assistive tech or route every subprocess through a corporate security launcher, not just individual developer convenience.
How to use it
Run `claude --ax-screen-reader` for plain-text output, or add `"vimInsertModeRemaps": {"jj": "Escape"}` to settings for a custom vim escape binding.