Seamlessly integrate HopCode into Visual Studio Code with native IDE features and an intuitive chat interface. This extension bundles everything you need — no additional installation required.
Features
- Native IDE experience: Dedicated HopCode Chat panel accessed via the HopCode icon in the activity bar
- Native diffing: Review, edit, and accept changes in VS Code's diff view
- Auto-accept edits mode: Automatically apply HopCode's changes as they're made
- File management: @-mention files or attach files and images using the system file picker
- Conversation history & multiple sessions: Access past conversations and run multiple sessions simultaneously
- Open file & selection context: Share active files, cursor position, and selections for more precise help
Requirements
- Visual Studio Code 1.85.0 or newer (also works with Cursor, Windsurf, and other VS Code-based editors)
Quick Start
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Install from the VS Code Marketplace or Open VSX Registry
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Open the Chat panel using one of these methods:
- Click the HopCode icon in the activity bar
- Run
HopCode: Openfrom the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P/Ctrl+Shift+P)
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Start chatting — Ask HopCode to help with coding tasks, explain code, fix bugs, or write new features
Commands
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
HopCode: Open |
Open the HopCode Chat panel |
HopCode: Run |
Launch a classic terminal session with the bundled CLI |
HopCode: Accept Current Diff |
Accept the currently displayed diff |
HopCode: Close Diff Editor |
Close/reject the current diff |
HopCode: New Conversation |
Start a fresh conversation session |
HopCode: Show Logs |
Open the HopCode output channel |
Feedback & Issues
Contributing
We welcome contributions! See our Contributing Guide for details on:
- Setting up the development environment
- Building and debugging the extension locally
- Submitting pull requests