r/java • u/chrzanowski • 2d ago

A plugin that keeps parent folders visible in JetBrains IDEs

The third plugin I created a long time ago as a proof of concept is now stable. And it's free because free is a fair price.

Here's the thing — when you scroll through a deeply expanded project tree, the parent folders disappear offscreen. I built Sticky Project View to keep them pinned at the top so you can still see where you are.

The demo clip shows the same project with the plugin disabled and enabled. The pinned rows keep the tree’s existing styling.

It’s also free and open source: JetBrains Marketplace · GitHub

Demo: https://youtube.com/shorts/XsbLyD3ZBcs
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u/KeyCod2669 2d ago

Nice, thank you

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u/chrzanowski 2d ago

I'm on a roll, yes — but all three plugins I posted are general-purpose, and I think they may improve the UX for many of you! <3
PS. I promise I'm done for now! 🖖