tree-sitter-queries

To write tree-sitter queries for syntax highlighting, use S-expression syntax in .scm files to pattern-match language syntax trees. Apply captures, predicates, and field names to extract and constrain matches for editor integration and code analysis.

Tree-sitter queries use S-expression syntax with captures and predicates to match syntax trees, while ast-grep patterns offer a different structural approach. Understanding this distinction helps you choose the right method for syntax highlighting and code analysis.

Use predicates and quantifiers in tree-sitter query files by applying S-expression syntax to constrain matches within language syntax trees. You can combine them with captures, anchors, alternations, and wildcards to extract precise nodes for editor tooling.

Yes, you can apply tree-sitter queries across multiple programming languages. By writing S-expression patterns in .scm files, you can build queries for syntax highlighting, code analysis, and editor features for any language supported by tree-sitter.

Tree-sitter queries may fail to match correct syntax tree nodes if S-expression patterns lack proper captures, field names, or anchors. Verify that your quantifiers, predicates, and wildcards in .scm files accurately reflect the target language syntax structure.