Open GitHub in IDE

Open GitHub in IDE

Open GitHub files links in your IDE

What is Open GitHub in IDE?
'Open GitHub in IDE' is a versatile Chrome extension designed to streamline the coding process. It allows users to open GitHub files directly in their preferred IDE, whether it's VS Code, PhpStorm, IntelliJ IDEA, or any JetBrains editor. Once a file is displayed, the extension enables the IDE to open the file and place the cursor at the exact line needed. The extension even supports WSL with Ubuntu distribution on VS Code, VSCodium, and VS Code Insiders for Windows. An ideal solution to make coding efficient for developers.
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Stats
Users: 1,000+
Rating: 4.25 (8)
Version: 1.2.3 (Last updated: 2023-09-23)
Creation date: 2020-06-28
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
Size: 212.99K
URLs: Website
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Summary

This extension allows you to open files in your IDE directly from GitHub, assuming the repository you are working on is cloned on your computer. When a fragment of a file is displayed, your IDE opens the file and puts the cursor at the desired line.

Supported IDEs:

  • VS Code
  • VSCodium
  • VS Code Insiders
  • PhpStorm
  • IntelliJ IDEA
  • Any JetBrains editor (using built-in web server)
  • WebStorm (not tested yet)
  • GoLand
  • CLion

WSL with the Ubuntu distribution is also supported on VS Code, VSCodium and VS Code Insiders for Windows.

Feel free to open an issue on GitHub if you detect a bug or a missing feature!

User reviews
Good extension, but unfortunately the PHPStorm button is displayed over the line number in a PR. I cannot share a permalink with this extension enbled. I'd prefer the button to be in the context menu.
by Jérôme Tamarelle Jérôme Tamarelle, 2023-07-26

How to use this?
by Pusheen Pusheen, 2023-06-29

Really love this useful extension! I use it on my Windows machine with Chrome and have used with Opera as well. Great job!
by Lindsey K Lindsey K, 2023-01-08
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Safety
Risk impact

Open GitHub in IDE is relatively safe to use as it requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

Open GitHub in IDE is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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