rust-lang / rust-lang/rust-analyzer

Feature request: when jumping to rust sysroot crate or crates.io source, open in read-only mode

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Description

When using goto-definition or similar features, it would be nice if the corresponding file can be open in read-only mode to prevent accidental modification.

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Research direction

Start by tracing the goto-definition and related navigation paths for Rust sysroot crates and crates.io sources. Determine where those files are opened and how read-only state can be applied; done means both source types open in read-only mode without preventing normal navigation.

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Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
devtools
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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