Vscode Ext Commands
This skill provides VS Code extension commands for automation and interaction, streamlining workflows and enhancing development productivity.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add vscode-ext-commands npx -- -y @trustedskills/vscode-ext-commands
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"vscode-ext-commands": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/vscode-ext-commands"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
The vscode-ext-commands skill provides a set of commands and tools for interacting with Visual Studio Code extensions, enabling users to manage, configure, and automate tasks related to VS Code plugins directly through AI agents.
When to use it
- Automating the installation or configuration of VS Code extensions.
- Troubleshooting issues with specific VS Code plugins.
- Creating custom workflows that involve multiple VS Code extensions.
- Generating documentation or scripts for managing extension commands.
Key capabilities
- Execute VS Code extension commands programmatically.
- Manage extension settings and configurations.
- Retrieve information about installed extensions.
- Automate repetitive tasks using extension APIs.
Example prompts
- "Install the Python extension in Visual Studio Code."
- "List all currently installed VS Code extensions."
- "Run the 'Format Document' command for the current file using the Prettier extension."
Tips & gotchas
- Ensure that the AI agent has access to the necessary permissions and environment to interact with VS Code.
- Some commands may require specific extensions to be installed beforehand.
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