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chromium-code-link-formatting

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Use this skill when you need to link to files or specific lines in the Chromium codebase within a document intended for external sharing (e.g., Google Docs, Buganizer). This skill ensures links use the stable `source.chromium.org` format with line numbers and commit hashes for accessibility, even if the user doesn't explicitly specify the format. Do not use for internal or purely local notes where file:/// links are preferred.

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  2. Copy the prompt below and paste it into your agent.
  3. Review the proposed files and risks before you approve installation.
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Source SKILL.md: https://github.com/chromium/chromium/blob/HEAD/agents/skills/chromium-code-link-formatting/SKILL.md

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Chromium Source Link Formatter

Instructions

When formatting links to the Chromium codebase for documents that will be shared externally:

  1. Use the following URL format: https://source.chromium.org/chromium/chromium/src/+/main:{path_to_file};l={line_no};drc={commit_hash}

  2. Resolve Placeholders:

    • path_to_file: The path to the file relative to the repository root.
    • line_no:
      • Single line: l=20
      • Range: l=400-500 (inclusive)
      • Multiple ranges: l=20,400-500
      • Whole file: Leave empty (l=)
    • commit_hash:
      • If the user specifies a hash, use it.
      • Otherwise, execute git merge-base HEAD origin/main to find the latest common ancestor and use that hash.