An Xcode extension that integrates nef features for exporting code snippets, generating markdown, and creating Playground Books.
nef-plugin is an Xcode extension that integrates nef tool features directly into Apple's IDE for Swift developers. It allows exporting code selections as shareable images, generating markdown documentation from playgrounds, and creating interactive Playground Books from Swift packages. The plugin enhances productivity by bringing these utilities into the development environment without needing separate tools.
Swift developers working in Xcode who need to create documentation, share code snippets visually, or build educational Playground content. It's particularly useful for those writing tutorials, preparing presentations, or maintaining Swift packages with examples.
Developers choose nef-plugin for its seamless Xcode integration, eliminating the need to switch between tools for documentation tasks. Its ability to export code as images with customizable styling and generate Playground Books from Swift packages provides unique workflow advantages not found in standard Xcode.
🔌 an Xcode extension to use nef features easily
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Integrates directly into Xcode's editor menu, enabling code export and documentation tasks without switching apps, as shown in the usage screenshots.
Offers preferences to adjust image output themes, fonts, and backgrounds, making code snippets visually appealing for tutorials or presentations.
Allows creation of iPad-compatible Playground Books from Swift packages with dependencies, a unique feature for educational content creators.
Supports custom keyboard bindings via Xcode's Key Bindings, speeding up access to nef actions for frequent users.
The Playground Book creation feature is not available in the Mac App Store version due to sandbox limitations, requiring manual installation from a .dmg file for full functionality.
Only works on macOS 10.15+ with Xcode 11+, excluding developers on older systems or other IDEs, and may break with future Xcode updates.
Focuses on image and markdown export from playgrounds, lacking support for other documentation formats like PDF or HTML from regular Swift files.