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name: Always ask before changing settings
description: Never modify any Claude settings files without explicit user approval first
type: feedback
originSessionId: 4c73b3be-dd4d-4cc5-ae2c-da7af42d444b
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Always ask the user for approval before modifying any settings file (`~/.claude/settings.json`, `.claude/settings.json`, `.claude/settings.local.json`).

**Why:** The user wants full control over their Claude configuration and does not want settings changed autonomously.

**How to apply:** Before any settings change, explicitly describe what you intend to change and wait for the user to confirm. This applies even when the user's request implies a settings change — describe the proposed edit first, then wait.