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[Usability] Clarify sandbox and approvals indicators in UI — Docs #48
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Summary
Make it obvious where sandbox mode and approval policy are shown in the TUI and how to change them, reducing uncertainty for new users.
Current vs Expected
- Current: Indicators exist (History panel shows Sandbox: …) and a modal to choose presets, but discovery relies on exploration.
- Expected: Getting Started includes a short section with screenshots and key commands/shortcuts.
Proposed Changes
- Add a subsection to Getting Started explaining: reading indicators, opening the presets modal, effects of Full Auto.
- Cross‑link to docs/config.md for persistent settings.
Acceptance Criteria
- Docs updated with annotated screenshots.
- Footer hints confirm discoverability where appropriate (e.g.,
Esc edit prev,? helpif implemented).
References
- codex-rs/tui/src/history_cell.rs, codex-rs/tui/src/chatwidget.rs
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