QOL things for SB

[levirrd]

I have some QOL ideas for SB that could enhance the coding experience for the user, I hope all of you reading this will agree with me.

Some ideas:
-Typing if could automatically expand to a full if ... then ... end block, placing the cursor back at the condition to maintain a smooth workflow.

-Built-in support for automatic indentation and formatting, similar to what’s found in popular IDEs like Visual Studio Code, would be a major productivity boost.

-Pressing Enter after lines like if or else should auto-indent the next line appropriately to maintain consistent formatting.

-Automatic indentation integrated into SB just like it's done for VSC or any other popular IDE-s.

-Currently, changing the color theme requires opening the settings (F10 → Editor) and pressing OK each time to test a theme. It would be much more convenient if themes previewed or applied instantly upon selection.

-Basic linting could help identify common issues (e.g., missing end, unknown opcodes) as the user types, reducing debugging time.
It could even warn users that the specified opcode is only receiving 6 parameters and it's expecting 7

-Allow collapsing code blocks such as if ... end or while ... end to improve navigation, especially in longer scripts.

-Tooltip for opcodes and functions:
-When hovering over built-in functions (e.g., Char.Create), show a tooltip with:
-Parameter list
-Short description
-Direct link to the relevant page on https://library.sannybuilder.com/

[levirrd]

I'm aware that CTRL + ALT + 3 (or whatever you set it to) exists, but things like this should be automated.

[levirrd]

Another suggestion:
When hovering over a loop, condition, or the end keyword, it would be helpful if the corresponding opening statement were highlighted as well.

[x87]

-Typing if could automatically expand to a full if ... then ... end block, placing the cursor back at the condition to maintain a smooth workflow.

type IF and press TAB

-Built-in support for automatic indentation and formatting, similar to what’s found in popular IDEs like Visual Studio Code, would be a major productivity boost.
-Pressing Enter after lines like if or else should auto-indent the next line appropriately to maintain consistent formatting.
-Automatic indentation integrated into SB just like it's done for VSC or any other popular IDE-s.

Use Ctrl+Alt+3 when you want to prettify your code. Automatic formatting can quickly become annoying and distracting. Format on save can be good idea.

-Currently, changing the color theme requires opening the settings (F10 → Editor) and pressing OK each time to test a theme. It would be much more convenient if themes previewed or applied instantly upon selection.

Good idea 👍

-Basic linting could help identify common issues (e.g., missing end, unknown opcodes) as the user types, reducing debugging time.
It could even warn users that the specified opcode is only receiving 6 parameters and it's expecting 7

Agree 👍

-Allow collapsing code blocks such as if ... end or while ... end to improve navigation, especially in longer scripts.

#142

-Tooltip for opcodes and functions:
-When hovering over built-in functions (e.g., Char.Create), show a tooltip with:
-Parameter list
-Short description
-Direct link to the relevant page on https://library.sannybuilder.com/

It is displayed when you type ( after class name or press Ctrl+Shift+Space

Navigation to SBL page can be done by clicking bottom toolbar

[levirrd]

Thank you for the reply!

type IF and press TAB

On this note, I think it would be more convenient if the editor automatically removed the unnecessary comment at the end of the if statement. Then, it should automatically put the input in the expected parameters section, so you can start typing right away.

Use Ctrl+Alt+3 when you want to prettify your code. Automatic formatting can quickly become annoying and distracting. Format on save can be good idea.

I get that full auto-formatting can be distracting, but lightweight, context-aware indentation like in VS Code or other modern IDEs would be a nice productivity boost.
Maybe making it optional (e.g., a toggle in settings) could satisfy both preferences?

#142

Thank you for the response, I hope we can see the transition soon. :D

It is displayed when you type ( after class name or press Ctrl+Shift+Space

I see what you mean — but when using something like Char.Create and pressing Tab to autocomplete, the brackets are inserted automatically, which prevents the tooltip from appearing. The tooltip only shows up if I type the method manually or trigger it with Ctrl+Shift+Space.

Navigation to SBL page can be done by clicking bottom toolbar

I have a pretty solid idea for this one — what if Ctrl+Left-click (or a customizable shortcut) on a method took you directly to its documentation on the website?

You also seemd to miss my other suggestion which is:

Another suggestion:

When hovering over a loop, condition, or the end keyword, it would be helpful if the corresponding opening statement were highlighted as well.

What do you think about this one too?

Quick image to show you how it looks like: