Extention chrome for adding vscode button in github

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Vs Code github Extension

The GitHub Open Button for Chrome extension revolutionizes your workflow by seamlessly integrating Visual Studio Code Web (VS Code Web) with GitHub. This Chrome extension places an \"Web Vs Code\" button right on GitHub repositories, transforming your browsing experience into a coding journey.

Key Features:

Streamlined Workflow: Access your GitHub repositories in VS Code Web with a single click, eliminating the need for manual URL copying and pasting.

Productivity at Its Best: Stay within your coding environment to boost productivity and minimize distractions.

Open Source: This extension is open-source, empowering you to contribute to its development and tailor it to your unique needs.

How to Use:

Install the \"Vs Code github for Chrome\" extension from the Chrome Web Store.
Sign in to your GitHub account if prompted.
Visit any GitHub repository in your Chrome browser.
Look for the \"Web Vs Code\" button on the repository page.
Click the button to open the repository directly in Visual Studio Code Web.
Start coding immediately in a familiar and focused environment.
Stay Connected:

Elevate Your VS Code Web Experience:

With the Vs Code github for Chrome extension, simplify your interactions with GitHub and elevate your coding experience in the browser.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Vs Code github", "version": "0.1.0", "description": "Extention chrome for adding vscode button in github", "icons": { "512": "src/public/icons/icon_512.png" }, "background": { "service_worker": "src/background.js" }, "web_accessible_resources": [ { "resources": ["src/public/icons/icon_512.png"], "matches": [""] } ], "action": { "default_title": "Vs_code_github", "default_popup": "src/popup.html" }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": ["*://github.com/*"], "run_at": "document_idle", "js": ["src/contentScript.js"] } ]}
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How to download and manually install Vs Code github extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Vs Code github extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Vs Code github extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Vs Code github extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Vs Code github extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Vs Code github extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Vs Code github Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Vs Code github extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Vs Code github extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Vs Code github extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Vs Code github extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Vs Code github extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Vs Code github extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Vs Code github extension file

Select and download the Vs Code github extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Vs Code github extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Vs Code github extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Vs Code github extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Vs Code github extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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