OpenAI Codex CLI Update Adds New Features

What happened

A new command, 'codex agents --no-daemon', was introduced to open the agent command center. This update also adds indicators for unread results in the command center and session picker.

Users can now switch between connected backends using the terminal session picker while retaining their drafts. Local image attachments can be previewed in supported terminals, and viewed images can be accessed from clickable transcript paths.

Why it matters

These updates enhance user control over the CLI experience by improving visibility and flexibility. The ability to preview and access local images supports more interactive workflows, while managing backend switches without losing draft data improves productivity.

Key details

The release, dated November 2026, includes support for macOS and Windows system proxy settings under the '/experimental' section. It also introduces the 'gcp_setup_wizard' for configuring Google Cloud Vertex AI.

Users can now expand patch details directly in the transcript during an approval prompt. Saved chats remain visible even after switching model providers, and transcripts can be used to prepare new prompts for chats that cannot resume.