# Windsurf Multi File Editing

> Manage multi-file edits with Cascade coordination. Activate when users mention "multi-file edit", "edit multiple files", "cross-file changes", "refactor across files", or "batch modifications". Handles coordinated multi-file operations. Use when working with windsurf multi file editing functionality. Trigger with phrases like "windsurf multi file editing", "windsurf editing", "windsurf".

- Skill: `tools-only/windsurf-multi-file-editing` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 3 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds add tools-only/windsurf-multi-file-editing`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/tools-only/windsurf-multi-file-editing/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- License: MIT
- Author: tools-only (https://skillmd.com/u/tools-only)
- Updated: 2026-09-08
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/tools-only/windsurf-multi-file-editing

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# Windsurf Multi File Editing

## Overview

This skill enables coordinated multi-file editing operations within Windsurf using Cascade AI. It provides atomic changes across multiple files, ensuring consistency when renaming symbols, moving code, or making cross-file refactoring changes. The skill handles dependency tracking, preview generation, and rollback capabilities for safe multi-file operations.

## Prerequisites

- Windsurf IDE installed and configured
- Active Cascade AI subscription
- Project workspace initialized with `.windsurf/` directory
- Git or version control for rollback safety
- Understanding of project file structure and dependencies

## Instructions

1. **Scope the Operation**
2. **Configure Operation Template**
3. **Generate Preview**
4. **Execute with Preview**
5. **Verify Results**


See `{baseDir}/references/implementation.md` for detailed implementation guide.

## Output

- Modified files with consistent changes applied
- `edit-history.json` log with operation details
- Rollback snapshot for recovery if needed
- Validation report with syntax check results

## Error Handling

See `{baseDir}/references/errors.md` for comprehensive error handling.

## Examples

See `{baseDir}/references/examples.md` for detailed examples.

## Resources

- [Windsurf Multi-File Editing Documentation](https://docs.windsurf.ai/features/multi-file-editing)
- [Cascade AI Coordination Guide](https://docs.windsurf.ai/cascade/coordination)
- [Atomic Operations Best Practices](https://docs.windsurf.ai/best-practices/atomic-ops)