Feature request: Open Codex session as an editor tab / detachable window in VS Code
OpenAI Developer Community
May 30, 2026
I’d like Codex in VS Code to support opening the session in an editor tab (or detachable window), similar to how Claude Code can open as a tab in the editor area.
Current behavior:
* Codex opens as a Sidebar view container.
* It can be moved between Primary Side Bar, Secondary Side Bar, and Panel.
* It cannot be opened as an editor tab in the top tab row.
Why this matters:
* Multi-monitor workflows are much better when the AI session can live in a separate VS Code window/tab area.
* Sidebar/panel layouts are workable but less ergonomic for long coding sessions.
Requested behavior:
* Add an option like “Open Codex in Editor Tab” (and ideally support detaching to another window).
* Preserve session continuity between sidebar and tab view.
Environment:
* VS Code: 1.122.1
* Codex extension: 26.527.31454
* OS: Windows 11
This would significantly improve Codex usability for power users and multi-monitor setups.
Thank you for considering this!
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