Agent skill

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".

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Install this agent skill to your Project

npx add-skill https://github.com/majiayu000/claude-skill-registry/tree/main/skills/development/windsurf-multi-file-editing-jeremylongshore-claude-code-plugins-

SKILL.md

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. The skill handles dependency tracking, preview generation, and rollback capabilities for safe multi-file operations.

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

  1. Scope the Operation
  2. Configure Operation Template
  3. Generate Preview
  4. Execute with Preview
  5. Verify Results

See {baseDir}/references/implementation.md for detailed implementation guide.

Output

  • Modified files with consistent changes applied
  • edit-history.json log with operation details
  • Rollback snapshot for recovery if needed
  • Validation report with syntax check results

Error Handling

See {baseDir}/references/errors.md for comprehensive error handling.

Examples

See {baseDir}/references/examples.md for detailed examples.

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