The APEX Builder Extension by FOS is a free and open-source browser extension designed to enhance the Oracle APEX Builder. It provides seamless integration into the existing builder screens, offering a range of features to improve development speed and workflow.

With the APEX Builder Extension, you can edit static application, workspace, plug-in, and theme files directly within the APEX Builder. It utilizes the powerful code editor found in Visual Studio Code, allowing you to edit multiple files simultaneously in split screen or full screen mode. This gives you a native programming experience and enables you to create files and save changes without submitting the page.

Notable features of the APEX Builder Extension include JavaScript and CSS file minification, Less CSS file compilation, and hot reloading. These features streamline the development process and make it easier to work with JavaScript, CSS, and JSON files.

The latest update (versionintroduces a new "Comment out" feature in Page Designer, allowing you to quickly comment out sections of code. Additionally, versionbrings a fullscreen feature for the code editor, a save button within the code editor in Page Designer, and an automatic addition of used page items to "Page Items to Submit."

Overall, the APEX Builder Extension by FOS is a valuable tool for developers working with Oracle APEX. It provides an intuitive and efficient way to edit files within the APEX Builder, saving time and enhancing productivity.