codex - 💡(How to fix) Fix [regression] Any links (file references) in the VS Code extension chat are not working, regardless of their format. [1 comments, 2 participants]

TL;DR

The issue with non-functional links to local machine files in the Codex extension for VS Code may be resolved by adjusting the link format or waiting for an update from the OpenAI team.

Guidance

• Verify that the issue persists across different link formats, such as absolute and relative paths, to isolate the problem.
• Test if older versions of the Codex extension (prior to the April updates) exhibit the same behavior to confirm the update as the cause.
• Consider reaching out to the OpenAI team directly, referencing previous issues (#16117, #17334), to expedite a fix or provide a temporary workaround.
• Explore alternative solutions or extensions for VS Code that provide similar functionality to Codex, in case a timely resolution is not forthcoming.

Example

No specific code adjustments are implied by the issue, but users might experiment with different link formats, such as [bar](file:///C:/Users/XXX/Desktop/codex-tmp/foo/bar.md), to see if any workarounds can be found.

Notes

The issue seems to be specific to the April updates of the Codex extension, and without direct communication from the OpenAI team or access to the extension's codebase, providing a definitive fix is challenging.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Given the lack of a clear fix and the history of similar issues, exploring alternative solutions or waiting for an update from the OpenAI team seems prudent, as there's no clear indication of when or if the issue will be resolved.