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Custom File Order VS Code Extension

A VS Code extension that allows you to manually order files and directories in the file explorer.

Features

Custom file/directory ordering within any folder
Move files/folders up or down with simple buttons
Persistent ordering (remembers your custom order)
Reset to alphabetical order anytime
Works alongside the standard VS Code file explorer

Installation

Package the extension:
```
npm install -g vsce
vsce package
```
Install the .vsix file in VS Code:
- Ctrl+Shift+P → "Extensions: Install from VSIX..."
- Select the generated .vsix file

Usage

After installation, you'll see a new "Custom Ordered Files" panel in the Explorer sidebar
Right-click on any file/folder to see "Move Up" and "Move Down" options
Your custom order is automatically saved and persists across VS Code sessions
Use "Reset to Alphabetical" to return to default ordering

Perfect for:

Pipeline directories (ingestion → processing → storage → publish → jobs)
Project structure organization
Logical workflow ordering
Any custom file/folder arrangement

No more ugly numbered prefixes or broken imports!