Does Code Pointer work with other editors besides VSCode?

This specific skill is optimized for Visual Studio Code as it utilizes the unique 'code -g' command-line interface.

Can I use this skill to open multiple files at once?

Yes, the skill supports opening multiple locations in a single command by passing multiple path and line arguments.

What happens if the specified file or line does not exist?

The skill includes validation logic to check if a file exists before opening it. If a line number exceeds the file length, VSCode typically opens the file at the last available line.

How does the skill handle files with spaces in their names?

Code Pointer follows best practices by quoting all file paths, ensuring that files with spaces are handled correctly by both the shell and the VSCode CLI.

Do I need to install anything special in VSCode?

You simply need to ensure the 'code' command is installed in your system path, which can be done in VSCode via the Command Palette: 'Shell Command: Install 'code' command in PATH'.

Code Pointer for VSCode

Name: Code Pointer for VSCode
Author: cadrianmae

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Productivity & Workflow

Navigates directly to specific lines and columns in VSCode for precise code referencing and debugging.

About

Code Pointer enhances the Claude Code experience by bridging the gap between AI explanations and your code editor. By leveraging the VSCode CLI, it allows Claude to automatically open files at exact line and column positions, making it ideal for pinpointing bugs, highlighting TODOs, or guiding users through complex implementation details. This skill streamlines the development workflow by eliminating manual searching and ensuring that the developer is looking at the exact context being discussed, whether during a code review, a debugging session, or a guided tutorial.

Key Features

Precision line and column navigation using the VSCode 'goto' CLI syntax
Automatic file path validation to prevent errors before opening
Support for absolute path resolution and handling of paths with spaces
Multi-file support for opening several related code sections simultaneously
Window management control to reuse existing tabs or open new windows
0 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Jumping directly to error locations identified during debugging sessions
Quickly navigating to TODO markers or technical debt across a large codebase
Pointing to specific implementation details during architectural walkthroughs

About

Key Features

Precision line and column navigation using the VSCode 'goto' CLI syntax
Automatic file path validation to prevent errors before opening
Support for absolute path resolution and handling of paths with spaces
Multi-file support for opening several related code sections simultaneously
Window management control to reuse existing tabs or open new windows
0 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Jumping directly to error locations identified during debugging sessions
Quickly navigating to TODO markers or technical debt across a large codebase
Pointing to specific implementation details during architectural walkthroughs