When to choose it
Working with Python definitions, references and static types.
Choose it if: You want Python definitions, references and static type feedback with an appropriate project configuration.
Look elsewhere if: You need to verify runtime behavior or do not want to install the required language server.
What the source describes
- Python and stub-file support
- Type diagnostics
- Language-server integration
Requirements
- Pyright on PATH, installed separately
Install for this repository only
Run the installation command in your shell after reviewing the source. Local scope enables the package for you in this repository. It does not enable it for every collaborator.
claude plugin install pyright-lsp@claude-plugins-official --scope localUse it after installation
Follow the source README to install Pyright and check that the plugin can find it on PATH.
Installation and loading troubleshootingLimitations & considerations
- Static analysis depends on project configuration
- It cannot verify runtime behavior
Source & review record
Our description is based on the public source documentation and manifest available on 2026-10-05. The install syntax was checked against Claude Code’s documentation. No extension code was executed for this review.