SOP-012: VS Code Extension
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| SOP ID | SOP-012 |
| Version | 1.0 |
| Status | Active |
Purpose
Install and use Claude Code extension for Visual Studio Code.
Installation
- Open VS Code
- Go to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X)
- Search for "Claude Code"
- Click Install
Or via command line:
bash
code --install-extension anthropic.claude-codeFeatures
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Chat Panel | Interactive Claude chat |
| Inline Assist | Context-aware suggestions |
| File Context | Automatic file awareness |
| Terminal | Integrated terminal access |
Using VS Code Extension
Opening Chat Panel
- Click Claude icon in sidebar
- Or use Cmd/Ctrl+Shift+P and search Claude
Inline Assistance
- Select code and right-click
- Choose Claude Code action
- Or use keyboard shortcuts
Configuration
Access settings:
- File > Preferences > Settings
- Search for Claude Code
- Configure options
Key settings:
- Model selection
- Auto-save behavior
- Context settings
- Keyboard shortcuts
Keyboard Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| Cmd+Shift+C | Open Claude chat |
| Cmd+Shift+I | Inline assist |
| Cmd+Shift+E | Explain selection |
Best Practices
VS Code Tips
- Keep extension updated
- Configure keyboard shortcuts
- Use inline assist for quick tasks
- Chat panel for complex work