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Python ★ 6
[sublime-text][npm][developer-tools]

Sublime package to auto install/uninstall npm modules, show current status, open npmjs documentation

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A Sublime Text 3 package that adds npm workflow integration directly into the editor. Auto-install and uninstall npm modules, see status icons next to require/import statements, autocomplete installed modules, and open npmjs documentation — all without leaving the editor.

Motivation

Back when I used Sublime Text as my main editor, I kept switching to the terminal to install or remove npm packages. I wanted a tighter integration where the editor would detect missing modules, install them on save, and show me the status of each dependency at a glance.

Features

  • Auto-install on save — detects new modules in your code and installs them automatically
  • Uninstall from editor — remove packages via command palette or context menu
  • Status icons — gutter icons show whether each module is installed, missing, or currently installing
  • Autocomplete — autocomplete require() paths for installed node modules
  • Open documentation — jump to any package’s npmjs page with a shortcut
  • Multiple package managers — supports npm, yarn, and pnpm

Getting started

Install through Package Control:

  1. Press Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + P to open the command palette
  2. Type Install Package and press Enter
  3. Search for npm-install

Once installed, the package works automatically. Use Ctrl+Alt+I (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+Option+I (macOS) to install modules, and Ctrl+Alt+D / Cmd+Option+D to open documentation for the module under your cursor.