Anthropic has launched plugin support for Claude Code, enabling users to package and share custom collections of slash commands, agents, MCP servers, and hooks through a unified plugin system. These plugins are available immediately in public beta for all Claude Code users and can be installed directly using the /plugin command, both in terminal and VS Code environments. The rollout targets developers, engineering teams, and technical leads seeking tailored workflows and standardized environments.
The plugin system introduces several technical capabilities:
- Users can create custom slash commands for repetitive tasks.
- Deploy subagents for specialized coding activities.
- Connect to multiple data sources via MCP servers.
- Customize coding workflows with hooks.
Anyone can host a marketplace or make a plugin.
— Claude (@claudeai) October 9, 2025
All you need is a git repo with a .claude-plugin/marketplace.json file.
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Plugins are modular and can be toggled on or off to manage system complexity. Compared to previous customization methods, this approach simplifies distribution and management, allowing developers to bundle multiple extensions and share them through plugin marketplaces. Competitors in the AI coding assistant space have offered extensions, but the seamless installation and marketplace integration distinguish Claude Code's approach.
Industry response has been positive, particularly among early adopters who value the ability to enforce code standards, share productivity workflows, and connect custom toolchains. Notable community members have already contributed curated plugin collections, expanding the ecosystem rapidly.
Anthropic, the company behind Claude Code, is known for advancing AI safety and developing language models. With this update, Anthropic is positioning Claude Code as a more flexible platform for developer productivity, responding to user demand for extensible, shareable, and team-oriented coding tools.
