Bug type

Regression (worked before, now fails)

Beta release blocker

No

Summary

After upgrading to v2026.6.1, the chat UI shows a “Workspace Files” panel on the right side by default.

Steps to reproduce

1. Upgrade OpenClaw to v2026.6.1.
2. Open the chat UI in WebChat.
3. Observe the right side of the chat layout.
4. A “Workspace Files” panel is shown by default.

Expected behavior

NOT_ENOUGH_INFO

Actual behavior

In the chat UI, a “Workspace Files” panel is displayed on the right side by default after upgrading to v2026.6.1.

OpenClaw version

2026.6.1 (2e08f0f)

Operating system

WSL on Windows (exact distro/version not captured)

Install method

npm global install

Model

gpt-5.4

Provider / routing chain

openai

Additional provider/model setup details

The issue is observed in the chat UI layout and does not appear to depend on model behavior. No additional provider-specific behavior was observed.

Logs, screenshots, and evidence

Observed directly in the chat UI after upgrading to v2026.6.1.

Relevant observed UI text:
- “Workspace Files”

A screenshot of the chat UI showing the right sidebar can be attached.

Impact and severity

Affected users/systems/channels:

• Users of the chat UI / WebChat interface

Severity:

• Annoying
• Reduces usable chat space

Frequency:

• Always observed after opening the chat UI in the reported environment

Consequence:

• The main chat area becomes narrower
• The UI is less comfortable for daily chat-focused use

Additional information

This was observed after upgrading to v2026.6.1.

A screenshot can be provided if needed.