GitHub to Code

Allows developers to open GitHub repositories locally within Visual Studio Code.

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2022-11-16
By: maxchehab
Users: 139
Rating: 5.00 (2)
Version: 0.0.4 (Last updated: 2019-10-08)
Creation date: 2019-10-08
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • contextMenus
  • storage
  • tabs
  • <all_urls>
Size: 6.34M
URLs: Website

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Extension summary

Features:

  • Custom keyboard shortcut
  • Fast setup
  • Open from file page, inline markdown, or a code review

User reviews

Really simple and works well. An added benefit is that is doesn't need any special Github permissions but instead just uses a path you configure. This makes opening files locally very easy.
by Jacob Cole, 2019-10-07
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Extension safety

Risk impact

GitHub to Code requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

GitHub to Code may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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