diff --git a/src/bmm-skills/4-implementation/bmad-code-review/steps/step-03-triage.md b/src/bmm-skills/4-implementation/bmad-code-review/steps/step-03-triage.md
index 0b4dc04f5..6bb2635db 100644
--- a/src/bmm-skills/4-implementation/bmad-code-review/steps/step-03-triage.md
+++ b/src/bmm-skills/4-implementation/bmad-code-review/steps/step-03-triage.md
@@ -41,7 +41,7 @@
 
 5. If `{failed_layers}` is non-empty, report which layers failed before announcing results. If zero findings remain after dropping dismissed AND `{failed_layers}` is non-empty, warn the user that the review may be incomplete rather than announcing a clean review.
 
-6. If zero findings remain after dropping dismissed and no layers failed, note clean review.
+6. If zero findings remain after triage (all rejected or none raised): state "✅ Clean review — all layers passed." (Step 3 already warned if any review layers failed via `{failed_layers}`.)
 
 
 ## NEXT
diff --git a/src/bmm-skills/4-implementation/bmad-code-review/steps/step-04-present.md b/src/bmm-skills/4-implementation/bmad-code-review/steps/step-04-present.md
index 168f316bb..799f05fe9 100644
--- a/src/bmm-skills/4-implementation/bmad-code-review/steps/step-04-present.md
+++ b/src/bmm-skills/4-implementation/bmad-code-review/steps/step-04-present.md
@@ -44,25 +44,41 @@ Otherwise add: `Findings are listed above. No story file was provided, so nothin
 
 If `decision_needed` findings exist, present each one with its detail and the options available. The user must decide — the correct fix is ambiguous without their input. Walk through each finding (or batch related ones) and get the user's call. Once resolved, each becomes a `patch`, `defer`, or is dismissed.
 
+If the user chooses to defer, ask: Quick one-line reason for deferring this item? (helps future reviews): — then append that reason to both the story file bullet and the `{deferred_work_file}` entry.
+
+**HALT** — I am waiting for your numbered choice. Reply with only the number (or "0" for batch). Do not proceed until you select an option.
+
 ### 5. Handle `patch` findings
 
 If `patch` findings exist (including any resolved from step 4), HALT. Ask the user:
 
-If `{spec_file}` is set, present all three options:
+If `{spec_file}` is set, present all three options (if >3 `patch` findings exist, also show option 0):
 
 > **How would you like to handle the <Z> `patch` findings?**
+> 0. **Batch-apply all** — automatically fix every non-controversial patch (recommended when there are many)
 > 1. **Fix them automatically** — I will apply fixes now
 > 2. **Leave as action items** — they are already in the story file
 > 3. **Walk through each** — let me show details before deciding
 
-If `{spec_file}` is **not** set, present only options 1 and 3 (omit option 2 — findings were not written to a file):
+If `{spec_file}` is **not** set, present only options 1 and 3 (omit option 2 — findings were not written to a file). If >3 `patch` findings exist, also show option 0:
 
 > **How would you like to handle the <Z> `patch` findings?**
+> 0. **Batch-apply all** — automatically fix every non-controversial patch (recommended when there are many)
 > 1. **Fix them automatically** — I will apply fixes now
 > 2. **Walk through each** — let me show details before deciding
 
+**HALT** — I am waiting for your numbered choice. Reply with only the number (or "0" for batch). Do not proceed until you select an option.
+
+- **Option 0** (only when >3 findings): Apply all non-controversial patches without per-finding confirmation. Skip any finding that requires judgment. Present a summary of changes made and any skipped findings.
 - **Option 1**: Apply each fix. After all patches are applied, present a summary of changes made. If `{spec_file}` is set, check off the items in the story file.
 - **Option 2** (only when `{spec_file}` is set): Done — findings are already written to the story.
 - **Walk through each**: Present each finding with full detail, diff context, and suggested fix. After walkthrough, re-offer the applicable options above.
 
-Workflow complete.
+  **HALT** — I am waiting for your numbered choice. Reply with only the number (or "0" for batch). Do not proceed until you select an option.
+
+**✅ Code review actions complete**
+
+- Decision-needed resolved: <D>
+- Patches handled: <P>
+- Deferred: <W>
+- Dismissed: <R>