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Claude Code Cheat Sheet — For Client Work

Every essential command and shortcut, plus the workflow habits freelancers and agencies actually use to keep client projects clean. Instant PDF download.

Published Aug 3, 2026 · UIXDraft

Essential Slash Commands

/clear	Reset the conversation context — start clean between unrelated tasks.
/compact	Summarize a long conversation to free up context space without losing the thread.
/model	Switch models mid-session — a quick fix vs a complex refactor don't need the same one.
/permissions	Review or change what Claude Code can do without asking first.
/agents	List or manage subagents available in the current project.
/mcp	View or manage connected MCP servers (databases, GitHub, etc.).
/memory	Open the project's CLAUDE.md file directly for editing.
/resume	Resume a previous session instead of starting over.
/cost	See token usage and estimated cost — useful for per-client billing.
/init	Bootstrap a CLAUDE.md file for the current project automatically.
/review	Ask for a review of a diff or PR before showing it to a client.
/doctor	Diagnose setup or configuration issues with your installation.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Shift+Tab	Cycle between modes — normal, auto-accept edits, and plan mode.
Esc	Interrupt Claude mid-response if it's heading the wrong way.
Esc, Esc	Jump back and edit a previous message in the conversation.
Ctrl+C	Cancel the current action (press twice to exit if needed).
Up Arrow	Cycle through previous prompts, like shell history.

CLAUDE.md — Project Memory, Fast

CLAUDE.md is a plain-text file Claude Code reads automatically at the start of every session in that project. For client work, keep one per project, not one giant global file — include the real commands to run tests/build/lint, client-specific conventions, and anything Claude should never touch. Short and specific beats long and vague.

5 Habits for Freelancers & Agencies

One CLAUDE.md per client project. Client conventions differ — don't let one project's assumptions leak into another.
Check /cost before you bill. If you price by time saved rather than by the hour, a quick usage check keeps that honest.
Review before every client demo. Plan Mode or /review on anything client-facing costs two minutes and saves a bad first impression.
Keep a per-client changelog. A short running note of what changed and why makes handoffs and client questions faster to answer.
Don't reuse one long session across unrelated tasks. /clear between distinct pieces of work keeps context focused on what matters right now.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this cheat sheet really free?

Yes — no credit card, just your email, and the PDF is sent immediately.

Is this official Anthropic documentation?

No — this is an independent reference put together by UIXDraft, not produced or endorsed by Anthropic. For the canonical command reference, see Anthropic's own Claude Code docs.

How is this different from the free beginner guide?

The beginner guide explains what Claude Code is and how to run your first workflow. This cheat sheet assumes you already use it and want a fast reference for commands, shortcuts, and client-work habits.

Do I need the paid course to use this?

No — the cheat sheet stands on its own. The paid course goes further into structured, project-based workflows and includes 180+ HTML/CSS/JS templates.