"windsurf-multi-file-editing"
Manage multi-file edits with Cascade coordination. Activate when users mention "multi-file edit", "edit multiple files", "cross-file changes", "refactor across files", or "batch modifications". Handles coordinated multi-file operations. Use when working with windsurf multi file editing functionality. Trigger with phrases like "windsurf multi file editing", "windsurf editing", "windsurf".
Allowed Tools
Provided by Plugin
windsurf
Windsurf AI IDE skill pack with 30 skills covering code flows, AI workflows, workspace management, and productivity features.
Installation
This skill is included in the windsurf plugin:
/plugin install windsurf@claude-code-plugins-plusClick to copy
Instructions
Windsurf Multi File Editing
Overview
This skill enables coordinated multi-file editing operations within Windsurf using Cascade AI. It provides atomic changes across multiple files, ensuring consistency when renaming symbols, moving code, or making cross-file refactoring changes.
Prerequisites
- Windsurf IDE installed and configured
- Active Cascade AI subscription
- Project workspace initialized with
.windsurf/directory - Git or version control for rollback safety
- Understanding of project file structure and dependencies
Instructions
- Scope the Operation
- Configure Operation Template
- Generate Preview
- Execute with Preview
- Verify Results
See ${CLAUDESKILLDIR}/references/implementation.md for detailed implementation guide.
Output
- Modified files with consistent changes applied
edit-history.jsonlog with operation details- Rollback snapshot for recovery if needed
- Validation report with syntax check results
Error Handling
See ${CLAUDESKILLDIR}/references/errors.md for comprehensive error handling.
Examples
See ${CLAUDESKILLDIR}/references/examples.md for detailed examples.