VS Code Extension Guide

Create, develop, and publish VS Code extensions.

For extensions with a management UI, default to a dedicated Activity Bar icon and sidebar unless another entry point is explicitly chosen. A Marketplace icon alone does not create that navigation; use the TreeView reference below.

For user-facing extensions, provide a clearly labeled bug-report/feature-request entry in the primary sidebar or management UI and a Command Palette fallback; a README or Marketplace link alone is insufficient. Preview minimal, non-sensitive metadata before opening a fixed feedback destination; leave submission to the user and never auto-attach prompts, raw logs, secrets or private paths.

When to Use