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Traycer AI — find_references

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Find references (usage, mentions etc.) of a function, method, class, interface etc. Use this tool to jump to the all the locations where the given symbol is being used in the codebase. Software developers use this capability extensively to explore large codebases with precision. Prefer this over codebase_search when you need to lookup references of a symbol (anything tracked by LSP). You need to provide the file and line number wherever the symbol is MENTIONED. Find references tool will automati

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Overview

Traycer AI — find_references is a free tool on OpenRuna. Find references (usage, mentions etc.) of a function, method, class, interface etc. Use this tool to jump to the all the locations where the given symbol is being used in the codeb

What this tool does

Looking for a dependable tool? "Traycer AI — find_references" gives you a tested starting point instead of a blank prompt box. Find references (usage, mentions etc.) of a function, method, class, interface etc. Use this tool to jump to the all the locations where the given symbol is being used in the codebase. Software developers use this capability extensively to explore large codebases with precision. Prefer this over codebase_search when you need to lookup references of a symbol (anything tracked by LSP). You need to provide the file and line number wherever the symbol is MENTIONED. Find references tool will automati OpenRuna cross-links it to related prompts, agents, and tools, which makes assembling a full workflow around it straightforward. Copy it into your assistant of choice and sharpen the result with a couple of follow-up turns.

Use cases

  • Fork it as a baseline and layer in your own project context, constraints, and examples.
  • Keep it in a shared library as the canonical version of this tool for your organisation.
  • Use "Traycer AI — find_references" when you need a repeatable tool for professional work without rewriting instructions every time.
  • Hand "Traycer AI — find_references" to a new teammate so their tool output matches your team's quality bar from day one.

Example output

Ask the model to apply "Traycer AI — find_references" to your scenario and it returns a structured answer — clear sections, actionable steps, and assumptions stated upfront — ready to paste into docs, tickets, or code comments. A short follow-up turn usually tightens the result to exactly what you need.

Tips by platform

Claude

Claude works best when you paste this tool up front and ask it to outline its plan before writing. Use the artifact panel to refine structured output turn by turn.

ChatGPT

For ChatGPT, save this tool as a Custom Instruction or a saved prompt so it is one click away. Add your specifics in a follow-up rather than editing the original.

Cursor

In Cursor, lift the key instructions from this tool into .cursorrules or a SKILL.md file, then reference it in Agent mode with @ mentions. Keep the title in a comment so teammates can find it on OpenRuna.

Frequently asked questions

What is "Traycer AI — find_references"?
It is a tool listed on OpenRuna — Find references (usage, mentions etc.) of a function, method, class, interface etc. Use this tool to jump to the all the locations where the given symbol is being used in the codebase. Software developers use this capability extensively to explore large codebases with precision. Prefer this over codebase_search when you need to lookup references of a symbol (anything tracked by LSP). You need to provide the file and line number wherever the symbol is MENTIONED. Find references tool will automati You can copy and adapt it for ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, or any other AI assistant.
Is "Traycer AI — find_references" free to use?
Most OpenRuna resources are open or CC0-licensed. Check the license shown on this page before commercial use; premium collections are clearly marked as such.
How do I get the best results from this tool?
Replace any placeholders, add your project context, and ask the model to confirm its assumptions first. Iterate over 2–3 follow-up turns rather than expecting a perfect first response.
Does "Traycer AI — find_references" work with both Claude and ChatGPT?
Yes — it is model-agnostic text, so it runs on Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and Cursor. The tips on this page cover each of those assistants specifically.
Where can I find resources related to "Traycer AI — find_references"?
Scroll to the Related resources section on this page, or open the matching category hub on OpenRuna to find connected prompts, tools, agents, and datasets in the same topic area.

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