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Extract a specific function, class, or method from a file using Code Scalpel. Use when you need to show a symbol without reading the entire file—saves 95% of context.
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| name | cs-extract |
| description | Extract a specific function, class, or method from a file using Code Scalpel. Use when you need to show a symbol without reading the entire file—saves 95% of context. |
| allowed-tools | ["mcp__codescalpel__extract_code","mcp__codescalpel__get_file_context"] |
| preamble-tier | 1 |
Extract a function, class, or method from a file without reading the entire file.
/cs-extract src/utils.py function calculate_tax
/cs-extract src/models/User.tsx class UserCard
/cs-extract src/services/auth.py function verify_token
get_file_context to list all symbols in the fileextract_code(file_path, target_type, target_name) to surgically extract just that symbolOnce you have the code:
/cs-analyze to understand structure/cs-refactor to modify safely/cs-tests to generate tests for itSee CLAUDE.md for more examples.
Analyze code structure: parse functions, classes, imports, and complexity metrics. Use to understand a file or project without reading the source code directly.
Map project architecture: discover modules, build call graphs, visualize structure, trace critical paths. Complete architecture overview with dependency flows.
Verify code compliance with policies and standards: HIPAA, SOC2, PCI-DSS, custom style guides. Validate policy file integrity with cryptographic verification.
Safe refactoring workflow: find all usages, trace dependencies, simulate changes, generate baseline tests, then apply with backup. Behavior-preserving refactor.
Full security audit: detect local vulnerabilities, cross-file taint flows, CVEs in dependencies, and polyglot sink patterns. Complete security scan pipeline.
Install and verify the Code Scalpel MCP server. Checks if codescalpel is already installed in Claude Code, runs `claude mcp add` if needed, and confirms connection by fetching capabilities.