⚡ Code Explain

Explain selected code instantly in simple, beginner-friendly language — right inside VS Code.

Features

• Explain selected code in plain English
• Fast, focused explanations (no long output)
• Beginner-friendly — avoids unnecessary jargon
• Clean side panel interface
• Quick access via shortcut and status bar

Usage

1. Select any code in the editor

2. Run the command:

   • Press Ctrl + Alt + X or
   • Click ⚡ Explain Selected Code in the status bar

3. View the explanation in the side panel

Example

Input

for (let i = 1; i <= num; i++) {
  arr.push(i);
}

Output

This loop runs from 1 to the value of num and adds each number to the array arr, building a list of numbers sequentially.

Note

This extension uses a shared API key and may stop working under heavy usage.

Privacy

• No data is stored
• Code is only sent temporarily to generate explanations

Roadmap

• Custom API key support
• Hover-based quick explanations
• Explanation styles (short / detailed)

Support

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