microsoft / microsoft/edit

Add support for block selections

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Description

Can block selection (Esc + key/mouse selection) be added?

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by reviewing the editor's existing selection behavior and clarify how Esc plus keyboard or mouse input should create a block selection. Done means the requested block-selection interactions are supported and their behavior is verified.

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Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
cli
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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