/reload-plugins[--force]

Reloads active plugins without restarting and reports load errors. If the reload would change loaded MCP tools and invalidate the prompt cache, it warns and skips unless you pass --force.

Best use

Right after installing a plugin that asks for it.

Related commands · Plugins, skills & integrations

• /mcpManage external tool connections
• /chromeConfigures Claude in Chrome settings.
• /claude-apiLoads Claude API and Managed Agents reference for your project's language; activates automatically when code imports anthropic.
• /claude-in-chromeHas Claude carry out a task in your browser through Claude in Chrome, such as testing a page or reading console logs.
• /ideManages IDE integrations and shows status.
• /install-github-appInstalls the Claude GitHub App for a repository, optionally setting up GitHub Actions workflows and secrets.
• /install-slack-appInstalls the Claude Slack app via a browser OAuth flow.
• /pluginManages plugins.