csv-formatter VS Code Extension

Format CSV files in VS Code using a fast Rust-powered formatter for clean, aligned columns.

Features

• Format CSV files with aligned columns for better readability
• Uses a bundled Rust binary for high performance
• Command: Format CSV File (formats the open CSV file in the editor)
• Command: Format CSV File (In-Place) (formats the open CSV file by overwriting it, does not load output in memory)
• Command: Format CSV File by Path (lets you select a CSV file from your workspace and formats it in-place, even if it cannot be opened in the editor)

Requirements

• Works on Linux, macOS, and Windows (ensure the correct binary is bundled for your platform)
• No additional configuration required

Usage

Format CSV File (Editor)

1. Open a CSV file in VS Code
2. Run the command Format CSV File from the Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P)
3. The file will be formatted in the editor with aligned columns

Format CSV File (In-Place)

1. Open a CSV file in VS Code
2. Run the command Format CSV File (In-Place) from the Command Palette
3. The file will be overwritten with formatted content (no output loaded in memory)

Format CSV File by Path

1. Run the command Format CSV File by Path from the Command Palette
2. Select a CSV file from your workspace
3. The file will be formatted in-place, even if it is too large to open in the editor

Extension Settings

This extension does not contribute any settings yet.

Known Issues

• Only works with CSV files (other delimiters not yet supported)
• The Rust binary must be compatible with your OS/architecture

Release Notes

0.0.1

• Initial release: format CSV files using Rust binary

Enjoy using csv-formatter!