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Status Future consideration
Created by Detlef Ziermann
Created on Jun 10, 2026

Display of Active Object References in Natural for VS Code

When working within the editor, it is currently not easily possible to determine which other objects are actively referenced or used within the current object (e.g., programs, subprograms, includes, maps, data areas, etc.). Introduce a feature that allows users to identify and display all active references of the object currently open in the editor.

  • Analyze the current object and list all referenced objects (e.g., CALLNAT, INCLUDE, COPYCODE, MAP, GDA/LDA usage, etc.)

  • Provide a structured view

  • Allow direct navigation (click-to-open) to referenced objects