[FEATURE]: Option to skip splash screen and open directly to chat view #8086

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opened 2026-02-16 18:09:08 -05:00 by yindo · 1 comment
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Originally created by @leighmcculloch on GitHub (Jan 30, 2026).

Originally assigned to: @rekram1-node on GitHub.

Feature Request

Description

When OpenCode starts, it displays a splash screen that then transitions to the chat view. This creates a jarring user experience as the interface switches between views during startup.

Proposed Solution

Add a configuration option to skip the splash screen entirely and open directly to the chat view. This could be implemented as a setting in the configuration file:

[tui]
skip_splash = true

Use Case

For users who frequently start and restart OpenCode during development workflows, the splash screen adds unnecessary delay and visual disruption. Being able to start directly in the chat view would provide a smoother, more efficient experience.

Additional Context

This would be particularly useful for:

  • Power users who are already familiar with OpenCode
  • Automated or scripted workflows where quick startup is important
  • Users who prefer minimal UI transitions
Originally created by @leighmcculloch on GitHub (Jan 30, 2026). Originally assigned to: @rekram1-node on GitHub. ## Feature Request ### Description When OpenCode starts, it displays a splash screen that then transitions to the chat view. This creates a jarring user experience as the interface switches between views during startup. ### Proposed Solution Add a configuration option to skip the splash screen entirely and open directly to the chat view. This could be implemented as a setting in the configuration file: ```toml [tui] skip_splash = true ``` ### Use Case For users who frequently start and restart OpenCode during development workflows, the splash screen adds unnecessary delay and visual disruption. Being able to start directly in the chat view would provide a smoother, more efficient experience. ### Additional Context This would be particularly useful for: - Power users who are already familiar with OpenCode - Automated or scripted workflows where quick startup is important - Users who prefer minimal UI transitions
yindo added the opentui label 2026-02-16 18:09:08 -05:00
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@github-actions[bot] commented on GitHub (Jan 30, 2026):

This issue might be a duplicate of existing issues. Please check:

  • #9419: Add configuration option to always show session selector on startup

Feel free to ignore if none of these address your specific case.

@github-actions[bot] commented on GitHub (Jan 30, 2026): This issue might be a duplicate of existing issues. Please check: - #9419: Add configuration option to always show session selector on startup Feel free to ignore if none of these address your specific case.
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Reference: anomalyco/opencode#8086