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VS Code Web: highlight the active file

Strongly highlights the current file in the Explorer using the accent colour (works on github.dev too).

Code to copy

/* Strongly highlight the currently active file in the Explorer (works on github.dev too) */
.monaco-workbench [id*="workbench.view.explorer"] .monaco-list-row.selected,
.monaco-workbench [id*="workbench.view.explorer"] .monaco-list-row.focused {
  background-color: rgba(255, 138, 61, 0.18) !important;
  border-left: 3px solid #ff8a3d !important;
  font-weight: 600 !important;
}

How to use this example

  1. Copy the code with the button above.
  2. Install JustZix (2 minutes) and open the extension on the target page.
  3. Add a new rule matching that page.
  4. Paste the code into the rule's CSS panel and save — the effect appears instantly.

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