Visual Studio Code (VS Code) Setup Guide

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November 9, 2025
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Introduction:

Visual Studio Code (VS Code) is a simple yet robust source code editor developed by Microsoft. It supports multiple programming languages such as C#, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, and more. It is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Download Visual Studio Code

Download URL: https://code.visualstudio.com/

Steps to Download

Open the above link in your web browser.
Click on the “Download for Windows” button (or select your OS manually).
Wait for the .exe file (e.g., VSCodeSetup-x64-1.xx.x.exe) to download.

Install Visual Studio Code

Follow these steps to install Visual Studio Code:

1. Double-click the downloaded VSCodeSetup.exe file.

2. Accept the License Agreement and click Next.

3. Choose the Installation Location (default path is fine).

4. Click Next and select:

Add “Open with Code” to Windows Explorer context menu
Register Code as an editor for supported file types
Add to PATH (important for command line usage)

5. Click Install.

6. Once installation completes, click Finish and Launch Visual Studio Code.

First Launch & Interface Overview

Key Areas in VS Code:

Explorer (Ctrl + Shift + E): View and open files in your project folder
Search (Ctrl + Shift + F): Find text across your workspace
Source Control (Ctrl + Shift + G): Manage Git repositories
Run and Debug (Ctrl + Shift + D): Run your code with breakpoints
Extensions (Ctrl + Shift + X): Install extensions to add features

Install Important Extensions

Recommended Extensions:

Purpose	Extension Name
C# Development	C# (by Microsoft)
Python	Python (by Microsoft)
HTML/CSS/JS	Live Server (by Ritwick Dey)
Code Formatting	Prettier – Code Formatter
Version Control	GitLens
Themes	One Dark Pro

To install:

Click on the Extensions icon in the sidebar.
Search for the extension name.
Click Install.

Create Your First Project

Example – HTML Project:

1. Create a new folder (e.g., MyFirstProject).

2. Open it in VS Code.

3. Create a new file named index.html.

4. Type the following code:

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<head>
<title>Hello VS Code</title>
</head>
<body>
<h1>Welcome to Visual Studio Code!</h1>
</body>
</html>

5. Save the file.

6. Right-click → Open with Live Server (if extension installed).

Integrated Terminal

Open Terminal: Press Ctrl + ` (backtick) to open the integrated terminal.

You can run commands directly from here — for example:

python app.py
dotnet run
npm start

Keyboard Shortcuts (Most Useful)

Action	Shortcut
Open File	Ctrl + O
Save File	Ctrl + S
Open Terminal	Ctrl + `
Comment Line	Ctrl + /
Run Code	Ctrl + Alt + N (if Code Runner installed)
Open Command Palette	Ctrl + Shift + P
Toggle Sidebar	Ctrl + B

Uninstalling VS Code

1. Go to Control Panel → Programs → Programs and Features.

2. Find Visual Studio Code.

3. Right-click → Uninstall.

Conclusion

You have now successfully installed Visual Studio Code, adjusted your environment as you prefer, and created your first project. You are now ready to write applications in your language of choice.

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Frequently Asked Questions FAQs

What is Visual Studio Code (VS Code)?

Visual Studio Code is a Microsoft built free code editor that is lightweight and open-source. VS Code supports a variety of programming languages, such as Python, JavaScript, C#, and more. It includes built-in integration with Git, and it has an extensive range of extensions available.

How do I install Visual Studio Code on Windows, macOS, or Linux?

Go to the official Visual Studio Code website, download the installer for your OS, and then follow the instructions to set it up. Installing and setting up the application is quick and easy on all major platforms.

Should I install any extensions after I set up Visual Studio Code?

Yes, depending on the programming language you want to use Visual Studio Code for. Some examples are:

Python -> Install the Python extension
C#/ .NET -> Install C# by Microsoft
JavaScript / React -> Install Eslint, Prettier, and React developer tools

Extensions help with things like, code formatting, debugging, development processes, productivity, etc.

Can I use Visual Studio Code for .NET development?

Sure! Just install the C# extension. You can build and debug .NET Core and ASP.NET applications all in Visual Studio Code using the integrated terminal and debugger!

How do I change the theme or color scheme in VS Code?

Navigate to File > Preferences > Theme > Color Theme. VS Code includes both dark and light built-in themes, and you can also install your own themes via the Extensions Marketplace for a unique coding experience.