File Tab Rename Extension

A VS Code extension that allows you to rename files by right-clicking on file tabs.

Features

• Right-click on any file tab to see a "Rename File" option in the context menu
• Input validation to prevent invalid file names
• Automatic handling of open files (closes and reopens after rename)
• Error handling and user feedback

Installation

1. Create a new folder for your extension
2. Copy all the provided files into the folder
3. Open the folder in VS Code
4. Run npm install to install dependencies
5. Press F5 to launch a new Extension Development Host window
6. Test the extension by right-clicking on file tabs

Usage

1. Right-click on any file tab in the editor
2. Select "Rename File" from the context menu
3. Enter the new file name in the input box
4. Press Enter to confirm or Escape to cancel

Building and Packaging

To build the extension:

npm run compile

To package the extension:

npm install -g vsce
vsce package

Requirements

• VS Code 1.74.0 or higher
• Node.js and npm

Known Issues

• None currently known

Release Notes

1.0.0

Initial release with basic file renaming functionality.