// 4 tips tagged "file-management"
Claude Code normally works within your current directory, but --add-dir lets you bring in additional directories — shared libraries, sibling packages in a monorepo, a design system, or API specs from another project — so Claude can read and reference them alongside your code.
When typing file paths or slash commands in Claude Code, press Tab to autocomplete — it suggests matching files from your project and available commands, saving you from typing full paths or remembering exact command names.
The Filesystem MCP server gives Claude read/write access to whole directories, unlocking bulk file operations, cross-project searches, and codebase-wide audits without copying content into the chat.
The /add-dir command lets you expand Claude's file access to additional directories mid-session — essential for monorepos and shared libraries.