IntelliSense Number Selection

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Select IntelliSense Suggestions with Number Keys

Press Cmd/Ctrl+1-9 to pick suggestions like Alfred, Raycast, or Spotlight. No more arrow keys.

How It Works

// 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

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
• Smart Context: Only activates when suggestions are visible

Installation

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

Keyboard Shortcuts

These shortcuts only work when IntelliSense suggestions are visible, so they won't conflict with other extensions.

Works With

This extension enhances ALL IntelliSense providers:

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

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"

Troubleshooting

Requirements

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

Changelog

1.0.0

Initial release

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

License

MIT License - see LICENSE file for details

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This extension is free and open source. If it makes your coding faster, consider supporting its development:

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Other ways to help

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• Report issues to help improve quality
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MIT License