vscode manually install extension

Manually Installing C Language Extension in Visual Studio Code

To manually install the C language extension in Visual Studio Code, follow these steps:

  1. Open Visual Studio Code:

  2. Launch Visual Studio Code on your computer.

  3. Access Extensions:

  4. Click on the "Extensions" icon in the Activity Bar on the side of the window.

  5. Search for C/C++ Extension:

  6. In the Extensions view, type "C/C++" in the search bar.

  7. Look for the official "C/C++" extension provided by Microsoft.

  8. Install the Extension:

  9. Click on the "Install" button next to the "C/C++" extension.

  10. Wait for the installation to complete.

  11. Verify Installation:

  12. Once the installation is finished, you should see the "C/C++" extension listed in the "Installed Extensions" section.

  13. Configure the Extension (Optional):

  14. If needed, you can configure the settings for the "C/C++" extension by clicking on the gear icon next to the extension in the "Installed Extensions" section.

  15. Verify C/C++ Extension Functionality:

  16. Open a C or C++ file to verify that the extension is functioning properly.

By following these steps, you can manually install the C/C++ language extension in Visual Studio Code.

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