A workspace in VS Code allows you to group multiple projects or folders together. This enables you to easily switch between them, manage settings specific to the workspace, and even share them with others.
Here's how to create a workspace:
- Open VS Code: Launch the VS Code application.
- Select "File" > "Open Folder": This will open a file explorer window where you can navigate to the folder you want to include in your workspace.
- Choose the Folder: Select the folder containing your project or the root folder for multiple projects.
- Open the Folder: Click "Open" to open the folder in VS Code.
- Save as Workspace:
- Click on the "File" menu.
- Select "Save Workspace As...".
- Choose a name and location for your workspace file (it will have a
.code-workspaceextension). - Click "Save".
Benefits of Using Workspaces:
- Project Organization: Group related projects together for efficient management.
- Shared Settings: Apply workspace-specific settings and configurations.
- Easy Switching: Seamlessly navigate between projects within a workspace.
- Collaboration: Share workspaces with others for collaborative development.
Example:
Let's say you have two projects: "My Website" and "My API". You can create a workspace called "My Projects" that includes both folders. This workspace will then allow you to open both projects simultaneously, manage settings specific to these projects, and easily switch between them.
Note:
- You can open multiple folders within a workspace, but they will be treated as separate projects.
- Workspaces are saved as
.code-workspacefiles, which can be shared with other developers.
