IntelliSense Number Selection - Quick Autocomplete for VS Code

⚡ Speed up your coding 10x! Select IntelliSense suggestions instantly with number keys. Press Cmd/Ctrl+1-9 to pick suggestions like Alfred, Raycast, or Spotlight. No more arrow keys!

✨ New extension with powerful features! Join the growing community of developers who code faster with number selection.

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🚀 Why IntelliSense Number Selection?

Stop wasting time with arrow keys! This extension brings Alfred/Raycast/Spotlight-style number selection to VS Code's IntelliSense. Select any autocomplete suggestion instantly by pressing its number.

Before vs After

❌ Without this extension:

1. Type code → IntelliSense appears
2. Press ↓ ↓ ↓ to navigate
3. Press Enter to select
4. Time wasted: 2-3 seconds per selection

✅ With IntelliSense Number Selection:

1. Type code → IntelliSense appears
2. Press Cmd+3 to select 3rd item instantly
3. Time saved: 90% faster!

✨ Features

• 🎯 Instant Selection: Select IntelliSense suggestions with number keys 1-9
• ⌨️ Natural Shortcuts: Cmd+1-9 on Mac, Ctrl+1-9 on Windows/Linux
• 🌍 Universal Support: Works with ALL languages and IntelliSense providers
• 🔥 Zero Config: Works instantly after installation
• ⚡ Blazing Fast: No performance impact
• 🎨 Smart Context: Only activates when suggestions are visible
• 🚀 Productivity Boost: Save 100+ arrow key presses per day

📥 Installation

Quick Install

1. Open VS Code
2. Press Cmd+P (or Ctrl+P)
3. Type: ext install yonasvalentinmougaardkristensen.intellisense-hotkeys
4. Press Enter and click Install

Alternative Methods

• Install from VS Code Marketplace
• Install from Extensions View: Search "IntelliSense Number Selection"
• Install via Command Line: code --install-extension yonasvalentinmougaardkristensen.intellisense-hotkeys

🎮 Usage

Basic Usage

// 1. Start typing to trigger IntelliSense
con|  // cursor position

// 2. IntelliSense shows suggestions:
// [1] console
// [2] const  
// [3] constructor
// [4] continue
// [5] confirm

// 3. Press Cmd+2 (or Ctrl+2) to instantly select "const"
const|  // "const" is inserted immediately!

Real-World Examples

JavaScript/TypeScript

// Typing "doc" shows:
// [1] document
// [2] Document
// [3] DocumentFragment
// Press Cmd+1 for "document"

Python

# Typing "imp" shows:
# [1] import
# [2] importlib
# [3] __import__
# Press Cmd+1 for "import"

React/JSX

// Typing "use" shows:
// [1] useState
// [2] useEffect
// [3] useContext
// [4] useReducer
// Press Cmd+2 for "useEffect"

⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts

Pro Tip: These shortcuts only work when IntelliSense suggestions are visible, so they won't conflict with other extensions!

🎯 Perfect For

• 👨‍💻 Developers who value speed and efficiency
• ⌨️ Keyboard enthusiasts who avoid using the mouse
• 🚀 Power users familiar with Alfred, Raycast, or Spotlight
• 💡 Anyone tired of arrow key navigation
• 🔥 Pair programmers who need to code quickly
• 📱 Full-stack developers working with multiple languages

🛠️ Works With

This extension enhances ALL IntelliSense providers:

• ✅ Built-in VS Code IntelliSense
• ✅ GitHub Copilot suggestions
• ✅ TabNine AI completions
• ✅ Kite AI suggestions
• ✅ Language-specific IntelliSense (Python, JS, TS, etc.)
• ✅ Snippet extensions
• ✅ Custom IntelliSense providers

💡 Tips & Tricks

Maximize Your Speed

1. Learn the positions: Common suggestions often appear in the same positions
2. Use with snippets: Combine with snippet extensions for ultra-fast coding
3. Muscle memory: After a week, selection becomes automatic

Common Patterns

• Variables: Often positions 1-3
• Methods: Usually positions 2-5
• Keywords: Typically positions 1-2
• Snippets: Often at the top (positions 1-3)

🐛 Troubleshooting

Extension not working?

1. Ensure IntelliSense is enabled: "editor.quickSuggestions": true
2. Check for keybinding conflicts: Open Keyboard Shortcuts and search for conflicts
3. Restart VS Code after installation

Shortcuts not responding?

• Make sure IntelliSense popup is visible
• Check that you have multiple suggestions (single suggestions auto-complete)
• Verify no other extensions are capturing these shortcuts

Requirements

• VS Code 1.102.0 or higher
• IntelliSense enabled (default in VS Code)

Release Notes

1.0.0

Initial release of IntelliSense Number Selection

• Number key selection for IntelliSense suggestions (1-9)
• Cross-platform support (Mac/Windows/Linux)
• Smart context-aware activation
• Zero configuration required

Enjoy faster coding with IntelliSense Number Selection! 🎉

📄 License

MIT License - see LICENSE file for details

🤝 Contributing

Found a bug or have a feature request? Please open an issue!

Since this is a private repository, contributions are limited to authorized collaborators.

Support the Developer

If you find IntelliSense Number Selection useful and it speeds up your coding, consider supporting its development! Your support helps me:

• 🚀 Add new features (visual number indicators, customizable keys, and more!)
• 🐛 Fix bugs faster
• 📚 Improve documentation
• ⚡ Keep the extension updated with the latest VS Code APIs

Every coffee counts and is greatly appreciated! Thank you for being an awesome user! 🙏

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Happy Coding! 🚀