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General settings control the visual appearance, audio experience, and what information is displayed during navigation.

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Display

Configure which UI elements are visible while navigating.

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Guides

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nodesToShow
string
default:"Folders and files"
Control what file types you can interact with during exploration.Options:
  • Folders and files - Navigate and interact with both folders and files
  • Folders only - Only interact with directories
  • Files only - Only interact with individual files
If you’re exploring a large codebase and only want to navigate the directory structure, set this to “Folders only” for a cleaner experience.
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minimap
string
default:"Show"
Toggle the overhead minimap view.Options:
  • Show - Display the minimap
  • Hide - Hide the minimap
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compass
string
default:"Show"
Toggle compass visibility for orientation.Options:
  • Show - Display the compass
  • Hide - Hide the compass
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breadcrumbs
string
default:"Show"
Toggle the breadcrumb navigation trail showing your current path.Options:
  • Show - Display breadcrumbs
  • Hide - Hide breadcrumbs
Press F to toggle the minimap between normal and fullscreen modes while navigating.

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Boat Colors

Customize every part of your boat’s appearance with hex color values.
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boatColors.walls
string
default:"#222222"
Color of the boat’s walls.
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boatColors.roof
string
default:"#c99732"
Color of the flat roof sections on top of the boat.
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boatColors.body
string
default:"#ffffff"
Color of the boat’s middle body section.
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boatColors.hull
string
default:"#ffffff"
Color of the column tops on the hull.
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boatColors.rails
string
default:"#000000"
Color of the side rails along the boat.
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boatColors.floaters
string
default:"#eeeeee"
Color of the flotation devices on the sides.
Use your favorite color scheme from your code editor to create a cohesive visual experience.

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Audio

Control the volume of ambient sounds and effects.
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volume
number
Master volume level for all game audio, including wave sounds.Range: 0.01 to 1.0
  • 0.01 - Quietest setting
  • 1.0 - Maximum volume
The volume setting affects all audio including ambient wave sounds and the boat horn.

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Configuration File Reference

All general settings are stored in the settings object: 
// src/extension/store/index.ts
export const DEFAULT_SETTINGS = {
  // Display
  minimap: "Show",
  breadcrumbs: "Show",
  compass: "Show",
  nodesToShow: "Folders and files",
  
  // Audio
  volume: 0.5,
  
  // Boat colors
  boatColors: {
    walls: "#222222",
    roof: "#c99732",
    hull: "#ffffff",
    rails: "#000000",
    body: "#ffffff",
    floaters: "#eeeeee",
  },
};

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