How to choose a programming language for vscode

To select a programming language in VSCode: Install the required programming language extension; create a new file or open an existing file and add the appropriate file extension; VSCode automatically detects the file type or selects a language from the drop-down menu.

How to choose a programming language in vscode

Step 1: Install the Programming Language Extension

• Open vscode and navigate to the Extensions tab.
• Search for the programming language you need (such as Python, C, Java).
• Install the corresponding extension.

Step 2: Create a new file or open an existing file

• Click File > New, or open an existing file.
• Add appropriate file extensions at the end of the file name, such as .py (Python), .cpp (C), .java (Java).

Step 3: Select a language

• vscode will automatically detect the file type and display the currently selected language in the status bar.
• If not detected, click the language indicator in the status bar and select the desired language from the drop-down menu.

Other settings

• Set the default language: Go to Code > Preferences > Settings. In the Language section, set your favorite language to the Default Language.
• Configuring language-specific settings: In User Settings or Workspace Settings, you can find language-specific configuration options.
• Installing a language server: Some extensions provide language servers that enhance language support such as autocomplete and code parsing. Install the language server in the settings page of the extension.

Notice:

• Make sure the compiler or interpreter for the target platform is installed.
• vscode supports multiple programming languages ​​and has a large selection of extensions.
• You can use multiple languages ​​simultaneously by installing multiple extensions.

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