The shortcut to run a Python file in VS Code is F5. This will launch the debugger and execute your Python code.
Here are some additional details:
- F5 is the default shortcut for running Python files in VS Code, but you can customize it if you prefer.
- When you press F5, VS Code will create a launch configuration file (
.vscode/launch.json) that specifies how to run your code. - You can also run your Python code without using the debugger by right-clicking on the file in the explorer panel and selecting "Run Python File in Terminal".
Example:
Let's say you have a Python file called hello.py with the following code:
print("Hello, world!")To run this file, simply open it in VS Code and press F5. The code will execute in the integrated terminal, and you should see the output "Hello, world!" printed in the terminal.
Practical Insight:
The F5 shortcut is a quick and easy way to run your Python code in VS Code. It's also a great way to use the debugger to step through your code and identify any errors.
