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[feature request] Support Lazy Acronym-Style Search in command mode #226
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Description
Please enable the command palette to recognize multi-letter acronyms derived from command names (e.g., the initial letters of each word) as valid search inputs. This would offer a predictable alternative to ambiguous prefixes and arbitrary hotkeys.
Example
- Show in System Explorer →
sise,sse - Open Containing Folder →
ocf - Toggle Side Bar →
tsb
Motivation
Prefix-based search often collides with unrelated commands and relies on shorthands that may be unclear (sys can map to several terms). Acronyms are easier to remember, avoid prefix collisions, and reduce cognitive load.
Proposed Solution
Automatically allow acronym patterns—built from command names—to match commands in the palette. This removes the need for manually curated shorthands while providing a consistent rule users can rely on.
sise or even sse most likely returns Show in System Explorer

Benefits
- More intuitive command search
- Reduced ambiguity
- Consistent, discoverable behavior
- Faster access without learning extra hotkeys
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