markdownxit

markdownxit is a custom Visual Studio Code extension that provides syntax highlighting and token color customization for Markdown files with task-specific features.

This is based on [x]it! at https://xit.jotaen.net/ and injects a splash of colors into markdown styling.

Installation

1. Download the .vsix file from the repo.
2. Install the package in VS Code or Cursor with cmd + shift + p and install from VSIX.

Making it your own

Edit the theme in package.json then create a new package with vsce package

Usage

Simply write your tasks in the Markdown file using the supported syntax, and the extension will automatically apply the appropriate styles and colors.

• Syntax highlighting for various task states in Markdown files, including:
  • [x] for checked/done tasks
  • [ ] for open tasks
  • [@] for ongoing tasks
  • [~] for obsolete/cancelled tasks
  • [?] for tasks in question
• Supports .md and .xit file extensions.
• Supports Github-style markdown task lists, e.g. - [x] do something.
• Custom color theme for enhanced readability.

Tasks & Roadmap

• Post to the [x]it! discussion forum: https://github.com/jotaen/xit/discussions
• [@] Enjoy not working on this anymore
• Develop VS Code extension for XIT support
• Create GitHub repository for the extension
• Test extension functionality locally
• Package extension as .vsix file
• Successfully install and test .vsix file
• [?] Publish extension to VS Code Marketplace
  • Research submission requirements
  • Prepare necessary documentation
  • Set up publisher account if needed
• Add support for Github-style markdown task lists
• [?] Gather user feedback and implement improvements
• [?] Consider adding more features (e.g., custom XIT symbols, project-wide task tracking)

License

MIT