VSCode Custom Buttons Extension

This Visual Studio Code extension enhances functionality with custom commands and status bar buttons. You can execute any type of command by clicking on a button in the status bar or group a set of commands in quickPicks.

Installation from .vsix

1. Navigate to the Extensions section.
2. Click on the three dots at the top right of the section.
3. Select Install from VSIX.
4. Choose the .vsix file.

Use example

You can also find this commands.json example in https://github.com/cdanniel/VSCode-Custom-Buttons/tree/main/templates

Custom Commands

Custom commands can be managed through the graphical interface by adding, modifying, or deleting entries in the commands.json file. Each command must include the following properties:

• id: Unique identifier for the command.
• command: The command to execute.
• description: Brief description of the command.
• extraFields (optional): Additional user-defined fields.
• confirmation (optional): Prompt for confirmation before executing.
• applyToOpenFile (optional): Apply command to currently open file.

Managing Instant Buttons

To manage commands:

1. Open the extension's graphical interface (Edit Commands button).
2. Add, modify, or delete instant buttons as needed.
3. Save changes.
4. This proccess automatically save changes to commands.json and reload the status-bar.

Custom QuickPicks

QuickPicks can also be managed via the graphical interface by adding, modifying, or deleting entries in commands.json.

Managing QuickPicks

To manage QuickPicks:

1. Open the extension's graphical interface (Edit Commands button).
2. Add, modify, or delete QuickPicks as needed.
3. This proccess automatically save changes to commands.json and reload the status-bar

Changelog

0.1.0

• Initial release with basic functionality.
• Commands CRUD.
• QuickPicks CRUD.

Known Issues

• Some commands may require specific environment configurations to function correctly.
• Certain commands may necessitate additional permissions or configurations.

Contributing

For contributions, please contact cdanielsoa@gmail.com or jesus.palominoabreu@gmail.com.