Checklist sidebar

When the model calls checklist_write / checklist_update, a Checklist sidebar tracks macro steps for long Code tasks.

Where it appears

• Left sidebar Checklist tab (Code mode)
• Audit grid → checklist quadrant

Items show status: pending, in progress, done, blocked.

How it is populated

The agent creates the checklist — you do not hand-edit the JSON. Typical flows:

1. LHT or CRAFT macro cycle starts
2. Model writes plan items via checklist tools
3. Each tool success may mark items complete

Why use it

• See progress on 10+ step refactors without scrolling chat
• Spot blocked items before asking "what's left?"

Office mode does not surface engineering checklists.

Tips

• Ask explicitly: "maintain a checklist for this refactor" if the model skips it.
• Blocked items often mean a failed test or approval — check diff and approval.

Related: LHT · Sub-agents