Windsurf Multi File Editing

Overview

This skill enables coordinated multi-file editing operations within Windsurf using Cascade AI. It provides atomic changes across multiple files, ensuring consistency when renaming symbols, moving code, or making cross-file refactoring changes.

Prerequisites

• Windsurf IDE installed and configured
• Active Cascade AI subscription
• Project workspace initialized with .windsurf/ directory
• Git or version control for rollback safety
• Understanding of project file structure and dependencies

Instructions

1. Scope the Operation
2. Configure Operation Template
3. Generate Preview
4. Execute with Preview
5. Verify Results

See ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/references/implementation.md for detailed implementation guide.

Output

• Modified files with consistent changes applied
• edit-history.json log with operation details
• Rollback snapshot for recovery if needed
• Validation report with syntax check results

Error Handling

See ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/references/errors.md for comprehensive error handling.

Examples

See ${CLAUDE_SKILL_DIR}/references/examples.md for detailed examples.

Resources

• Windsurf Multi-File Editing Documentation
• Cascade AI Coordination Guide
• Atomic Operations Best Practices