Code Checkpointing & Rollback FAQs

Question 1

How do I trigger a rewind in Claude Code?

Accepted Answer

You can quickly access the rewind menu by pressing the Escape key twice (Esc Esc) in quick succession or by typing the /rewind command in the terminal.

Question 2

How long are my checkpoints saved?

Accepted Answer

By default, checkpoints are stored for 30 days. This duration can be customized by editing the checkpointRetentionDays value in your .claude/settings.json file.

Question 3

Can I undo code changes without losing my current chat history?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the 'Code Only' rewind option allows you to revert your files to a previous state while keeping your entire conversation context intact, which is helpful for iterative debugging.

Question 4

Does checkpointing track changes made via bash commands?

Accepted Answer

No, changes made through direct bash commands like rm, mv, or cp are not tracked by the system. It is recommended to use Claude's built-in Edit and Write tools to ensure changes are captured.

Question 5

Is checkpointing a replacement for Git?

Accepted Answer

No, checkpointing is intended for granular session-level recovery and rapid experimentation. Git should still be used for permanent project history, team collaboration, and release management.

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