What Makes VS Code Stand Out?

This includes syntax highlighting and auto-completion.

It also possesses an integrated code repository and an in-built debugger which significantly hastens the process of bug detection.

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After this, you will be presented with different options.

punch the one best suited for your PC, and the download should begin automatically.

After that, hit the version you want to download, and it will begin downloading automatically.

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Accept the license by agreeing to the terms and conditions on your screen and clickNext.

TheSelect Destination Locationspecifies where all the files relating to VS Code will be located on your machine.

The default location is theProgram Filesfolder on your PC’s Local Disk.

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To change the location, clickBrowseand choose a new directory.

Note that Visual Studio Code has a minimum storage space requirement.

As such, you must have enough storage space to plant the utility.

Choosing a VS Code Version on Windows 10

Repeat this task until enough storage is available to complete the installation, and then clickNext.

you’re free to change the shortcut’s potential location by clickingBrowse.Pick a locationof your choice and clickNext.

After making your selection, clickNextto proceed to the next stage of the installation.

Selecting the Destination Location for VS Code

Selecting Additional Tasks

This tells the installer whether it should include extra functionality in the tool.

After ticking the otherboxes according to your preference, clickNext.

Complete the Installation

The tricky part is behind you.

Select Start Menu Folder in VS Code Setup

On starting the software for the first time, you will see aGet Started With VS Codepage.

This is the starting point of your personalization, and we will provide you with some customization tips.

Click onBrowse Color Themesto view the different themes available.

Selecting Additional Tasks on VS Code Setup Menu

The better you get as a programmer, the more you will be able to customize the controls.

For now, let us stick to the basics.

Click onSettingsin the second open tab on your VS Code.

Browsing Color Themes on VS Code

Using Command Lists

There are someessential keyboard shortcuts for Visual Studio Codeyou should learn.

This will increase your efficiency and aid you in your journey to mastery.

You could also tryCtrl + Shift +to display the command palette while you program.

Commonly Used Settings in VS Code

Adding Extensions

Due to the open-source nature of Visual Studio Code, developers are constantly developing plug-ins.

Extensions have a wide range of uses, with some simply beautifying the format of your code.

Consequently, we recommend exploring the app’s extension marketplace to find extensions that align with your interests.

The Extension Marketplace in VS Code

As learning never ends, we urge you to keep up with new developments in the VS Code ecosystem.