CopyFileLine

CopyFileLine is a lightweight Godot 4.5.1+ editor plugin designed to make sharing code, reporting bugs, and documenting workflows faster and easier.

No more manual entry of file paths and line numbers. With one keystroke, quickly copy references like res://path/to/file.gd:42. It is ideal for sharing snippets, reporting issues, or linking specific lines in conversations.

Features

• Keyboard Shortcut – Press Ctrl+Shift+C to copy instantly (customizable)
• Menu Access – Also available via Project > Tools > Copy file:line
• Configurable – Change the shortcut key and modifiers in plugin settings
• Zero Friction – Works seamlessly with Godot's script editor
• Standard Format – Copies in res://path/file.gd:line format

Installation

1. Copy the copy_file_line folder to your_project/addons/
2. Go to Project Settings > Plugins
3. Find "CopyFileLine" and toggle it Enabled
4. Done! Start using it immediately

Usage

Keyboard Shortcut (Fastest)

1. Open any script
2. Position cursor at the target line
3. Press Ctrl+Shift+C
4. Path and line number are copied to clipboard

Via Menu

1. Open a script
2. Click Project > Tools > Copy file:line
3. Reference is ready to paste

Custom Shortcut

Edit the shortcut in Project Settings > Plugins > CopyFileLine:

• shortcut_key – Change the key (default: C)
• use_ctrl – Toggle Ctrl modifier
• use_shift – Toggle Shift modifier
• use_alt – Toggle Alt modifier

Requirements

• Godot 4.5.1+
• Editor-only plugin (@tool script)

Use Cases

• Bug Reports – Share exact line references: res://scenes/player.gd:156
• Code Reviews – Link to specific lines in discussions
• Documentation – Reference code snippets with line numbers
• Team Collaboration – Quickly communicate code locations

License

MIT License ©2026 ッFlorin