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- Created package.json and package-lock.json for CLI package. - Implemented argument parsing in args.ts to handle various flags and commands. - Developed main CLI logic in cli.ts to execute commands and handle errors. - Added configuration loading from a JSON file in config.ts, with environment variable support. - Implemented prompt resolution and provider interaction in prompt.ts. - Added usage documentation for the CLI. - Configured TypeScript settings in tsconfig.json for the CLI package. - Updated README in vscode package to reflect the new CLI functionality. - Refactored root tsconfig.json to streamline project structure.
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LexAI for VS Code / Cursor
Part of the LexAI monorepo (packages/vscode). Twin of the Chrome extension and CLI Prompt Builder.
Bring your own LLM key. LexAI helps you write and work with code in VS Code / Cursor — no LexAI account, no subscription, no LexAI servers.
Select text or code → run an action or ask in Code Assist → Accept / Regenerate / Discard in the editor.
Also available for Chrome
Use the same LexAI writing assistant on any webpage:
LexAI — AI Writing Assistant (Chrome Web Store)
On the web: select text → Fix / Rephrase / Shorten / Expand / Explain / Make Prompt → Replace or Copy. Same BYO-key idea as this VS Code extension.
All features (VS Code / Cursor)
Code Assist (workspace-aware)
- Select code → Code Assist → type what you want in an inline prompt above the selection (Copilot-style zone), then Ask LexAI.
- Examples: explain, refactor, add error handling, rewrite for clarity, review a function.
- LexAI gathers workspace context: selected code, surrounding lines, import/require targets, and symbol definitions from other files (via the language server).
- Result opens in the suggestion zone with Accept / Regenerate / Discard.
- Available from CodeLens, editor context menu, Command Palette, and the Activity Bar sidebar.
Writing actions
| Action | What it does |
|---|---|
| Fix Grammar | Correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation |
| Rephrase | Make text clearer / more professional |
| Shorten | Cut fluff while keeping the message |
| Expand | Add detail, context, and supporting points |
| Explain | Break down complex text into plain language |
| Make Prompt | Turn a rough idea into a structured AI prompt |
Prompt Builder (Make Prompt)
- Structural patterns (auto, zero-shot, role, few-shot, and more)
- Persona presets, including custom persona text
- Preferred output format
- Optional model override for Make Prompt only
- Adjust in Settings, or via inline option chips in the suggestion zone (click a chip to regenerate)
Writing styles
Apply to Fix / Rephrase / Shorten / Expand / Explain:
Default · Formal · Casual · Academic · Creative · Concise
Change in Settings or via option chips in the suggestion zone.
Where you can start an action
- CodeLens — select ≥10 characters; click LexAI on the first selected line to expand actions in place (Code Assist + writing actions)
- Editor context menu — right-click selection → LexAI submenu
- Gutter / line-number context — LexAI submenu when a selection is active
- Command Palette —
LexAI: Fix Grammar, Rephrase, Shorten, Expand, Explain, Make Prompt, Code Assist, Show Actions, … - Activity Bar sidebar — LexAI icon → Workspace panel: paste or type text, pick an action (including Code Assist), run, Copy or reuse as input; Insert selection pulls from the editor
- Status bar — ✓ LexAI ready · ⟳ LexAI processing · ⚠ LexAI not ready (click opens Settings)
Suggestion UI
- In-editor zone (default) — comment widget above the selection with Accept / Regenerate / Discard and option chips
- Side panel — optional suggestion panel
- Setting
lexai.suggestionUi:zone|panel|both lexai.previewBeforeReplace— preview before replacing the selection (default on)lexai.askOptionsBeforeGenerate— optional Quick Picks for style / Prompt Builder before each run
Settings & account-free setup
- LexAI: Open Settings — branded settings UI for provider, model, writing style, Prompt Builder, and API key
- LexAI: Set API Key / Clear API Key
- LexAI: Show Configuration Status
- Providers: OpenAI · Anthropic · Groq · OpenRouter
- API key stored in VS Code Secret Storage (not plain settings)
- Non-secret prefs use
lexai.*settings
Quick start
- Install this extension (Marketplace, Open VSX, or Install from VSIX).
- Command Palette → LexAI: Open Settings → provider, model, API key.
- Select text or code → click LexAI on the line → pick an action or Code Assist.
- Review in the suggestion zone → Accept to replace the selection (or Copy from the sidebar / panel).
Install / publish details: DEPLOY.md.
Privacy
- No LexAI backend and no LexAI telemetry.
- API key lives in the editor’s Secret Storage.
- Your text is sent only to the LLM provider you configure.
Links
| Chrome extension | Chrome Web Store |
| Source | LexAI repository |
| Publisher | JuanKibin |