Request: More UX conventions for tab dragging

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Andrew

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Jan 8, 2026, 7:45:34 PM (13 days ago) Jan 8
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Hi,

I noticed that tab dragging has some visual enhancements in modern applications, that iTerm2 stands to benefit from adopting.

While rearranging tabs within the application windows, modern applications like Web browsers often create a breakable, but stiff vertical barrier, as if the tab being dragged is on rails. This looks aestheticaly nice, and helps users to manage any difficulty with cursor movement.

While rearranging tabs outside of an application window, then a preview of the rest of the tab accompanies the tab title bar. It reminds the user that releasing the tab outside of the current window, will spawn a new window.

Could there be an option for more idiomadic tab dragging UX?
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