Show HN: Code Block Selector – select code by structure, not by dragging

Category: devtools

Tags: code-selection, vscode-extension, ast

Score: 5.8/10 (Innovation: 5, Technical: 6, Documentation: 6, Utility: 6)

A VS Code extension that lets users select code by its AST structure via hover and keyboard shortcuts, enabling precise block selection without manual dragging. It supports multiple languages and offers customizable settings, making it a handy tool for developers who frequently manipulate code structures.

Target audience: backend devs, frontend devs

Repository: https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=AgiLM.code-block-selector · TypeScript · MIT

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