Visual Studio Code (VSCode) is a favorite among developers for its versatility and powerful features. One of the keys to unlocking its full potential is mastering the keyboard shortcuts. These shortcuts can dramatically speed up your workflow.
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1.Basic Navigation:
- Ctrl + P: Quickly open any file in your workspace by typing its name.
- Ctrl + Shift + N: Open a new instance of VSCode, perfect for multitasking.
- Ctrl + B: Toggle the sidebar, giving you more screen space when needed.
2. Editing Made Easy:
- Ctrl + D: Select the next occurrence of the current word, making batch editing a breeze.
- Alt + Up/Down: Move a line or selection up or down without cutting and pasting.
- Ctrl + /: Comment or uncomment the current line or selection—essential for debugging.
- Ctrl + Shift + K: Delete the current line without selecting it.
3. Code Navigation:
- F12: Jump to the definition of a function or variable, helping you trace through your codebase quickly.
- Ctrl + Shift + O: List all the symbols in the current file, enabling fast navigation between classes, functions, or methods.
4. Advanced Navigation:
- Ctrl + Tab: Cycle through open tabs, making it easy to switch between files.
- Ctrl + Shift + T: Reopen the last closed tab, saving you from accidentally losing work.
- Ctrl + Shift + E: Focus on the Explorer view, giving quick access to your project files.
5. Debugging Shortcuts:
- F9: Toggle a breakpoint to pause code execution at a specific line.
- F5: Start debugging or continue running your code after a breakpoint.
- Shift + F5: Stop debugging, useful when you need to halt execution quickly.
6. Code Formatting:
- Shift + Alt + F: Format the entire document according to the language’s rules.
- Ctrl + K, Ctrl + F: Format the selected code block, keeping your code clean and readable.
7. View Management:
- Ctrl + 1, 2, 3: Switch between editor groups, allowing you to manage multiple open files effectively.
- Ctrl + Shift + M: Open the Problems panel to view issues in your code.
- Ctrl + B: Hide or show the sidebar to maximize your workspace.
VS Code Complete Shortcuts PDF:
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