Open GitHub files directly in VSCode with one click
Users
6
−1 in 30 days
Rating
0.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
0
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#242K
#203K among extensions
Version
1.0.1
updated 10 May 2026
Users
monthly, 10 months
Latest, 16 Oct 2026:6 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month
Ratings count
monthly, 10 months
Latest, 16 Oct 2026:0 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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About Git2Code
Stop copying file paths and switching between browser and editor. Git2Code adds "Open in VSCode" buttons directly to GitHub, letting you jump from any file, pull request, or commit to your local code with a single click.
Why Install Git2Code?
• Save Time: No more copy-pasting file paths or manually navigating in VSCode
• Seamless Workflow: Review PRs and commits while editing code side-by-side
• Smart Discovery: Automatically finds your local repos or uses custom path mappings
• Line-Perfect: Preserves line numbers from GitHub URLs (#L42)
• Works Everywhere: File viewer, PR diffs, commits, and directory listings
How It Works
1. Configure your local projects folder once
2. Browse GitHub normally
3. Click "Open in VSCode" on any file
4. File opens instantly at the exact line
Perfect for developers who review code on GitHub but prefer editing in VSCode. Whether you're reviewing pull requests, investigating commits, or exploring repositories, Git2Code eliminates the friction between browsing and coding.
Features
- One-click file opening from GitHub to VSCode
- Auto-discovery of local repositories
- Custom path mappings for specific repos
- Line number preservation
- Works with private and public repositories
- Lightweight and fast
No more context switching. Review in GitHub, code in VSCode.