VS Code Viewer
The unofficial browser extension port of VS Code for automatically viewing programming language files and data files.
VS Code Viewer: Edge Add-on for Viewing Code Files
VS Code Viewer is an Edge add-on that enables viewing of raw programming language and data files directly in your browser. This unofficial extension of VS Code auto-detects when you open a file and shows its contents in a VS Code environment. The viewer supports over 60 languages and incorporates basic VS Code features like the command pallet, document formatter, and others.
Add-on stats
Risk impact: Low risk impact 
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Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- activeTab
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Add-on summary
The unofficial browser extension port of VS Code for viewing programming language files and data files. The extension automatically detects if you are opening a raw code or data file and opens the contents within a VS Code Viewer page with basic language support for 60+ languages. Right+click to discover the command pallet, document formatter and other VS Code editor features supported in the Viewer.
User reviews
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- The extension is very useful and convenient
- Support for viewing code in dark mode
- Handles various file formats well, especially JSON
Cons
- Frequent issue with the viewing area height - not utilizing the full browser window height
- Some users report bugs and a bad experience due to this height issue
- Does not seem to always work well with certain file formats or in some browser versions
Most mentioned
- Viewing area/window height is too small or not 100%
- The extension's utility and ease of use
- Issues with specific file formats (like JSON) not displaying correctly
User reviews
这个插件太好用了吧~~~
by Gary, 2023-08-30
这个插件太好用了吧~~~
by Cecil, 2023-08-30
Great!!
by Jihwang, 2022-12-20
Add-on safety
Risk impact
VS Code Viewer requires very minimum permissions.
Risk likelihood
VS Code Viewer has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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