Vscode Extensions Common Issues

Sub-skill of vscode-extensions: Common Issues.

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Common Issues

Common Issues

Issue: Extensions not loading

# Check extension host logs
# Help -> Toggle Developer Tools -> Console

# Reinstall extension
code --uninstall-extension extension-id
code --install-extension extension-id

# Reset VS Code
rm -rf ~/.config/Code/CachedData

Issue: Slow startup

# Profile startup
code --prof-startup

# Disable extensions
code --disable-extensions

# Check extension impact
# Help -> Startup Performance

Issue: IntelliSense not working

# Restart language server
# Cmd/Ctrl+Shift+P -> "Restart Extension Host"

# Clear workspace cache
rm -rf .vscode/.ropeproject
rm -rf __pycache__

Issue: Settings not applying

# Check settings precedence:
# 1. Workspace settings (.vscode/settings.json)
# 2. User settings (settings.json)
# 3. Default settings

# View effective settings
# Cmd/Ctrl+Shift+P -> "Preferences: Open Settings (JSON)"

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