Visual Studio Code Extensions Stopped Working Suddenly
If you are facing issues with your Visual Studio Code extensions suddenly stopping to work, you are not alone. Many developers have encountered similar problems after a PC shutdown or restart. In this troubleshooting guide, we will explore some possible solutions to get your extensions back up and running.
Disable and Enable All Extensions
One common fix for extensions not working in Visual Studio Code is to disable and then re-enable all installed extensions. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Open Visual Studio Code.
2. Press <kbd>Ctrl + Shift + P</kbd> (or <kbd>Cmd + Shift + P</kbd> on macOS) to open the command palette.
3. Type "Disable All Installed Extensions" and select the option when it appears.
4. Repeat step 2 and type "Enable All Extensions" to re-enable all extensions.
5. Once enabled, check if your extensions are working properly.
Check Extension Folder
If disabling and enabling extensions didn’t resolve the issue, you can try checking the extension’s folder within Visual Studio Code to ensure it is properly installed. Here’s how:
1. Open a new instance of Visual Studio Code.
2. Navigate to the extensions folder by entering the following path in the File Explorer: <code>$drive:\Users\Yourname\.vscode\extensions
3. Check if the required extensions for React and TypeScript are present in the folder.
4. If any extensions are missing, you may need to reinstall them from the Visual Studio Code Marketplace.
Restart Remote WSL Extension
If you are using WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) and facing extension issues, you can try restarting the Remote – WSL extension. Follow these steps:
1. Open Visual Studio Code through Windows PowerShell.
2. Go to the extensions panel and find the Remote - WSL extension.
3. Restart the extension and return to WSL.
4. Check if the extensions and configurations are now working properly.
Remove Problematic Extension
In some cases, certain extensions can cause conflicts and prevent other extensions from functioning correctly. If you suspect a specific extension might be the culprit, you can try removing it. For example, if you have the “Todo Tree” extension installed, you can uninstall it using the following steps:
1. Open Visual Studio Code.
2. Go to the Extensions sidebar (or press <kbd>Ctrl + Shift + X</kbd>).
3. Find the "Todo Tree" extension and click on the uninstall button.
4. Restart Visual Studio Code and check if the problem is resolved.
Reinstall Visual Studio Code
If all else fails, you can try reinstalling Visual Studio Code completely. Please note that this should be considered as a last resort, as it will remove your custom settings and configurations. Here’s how you can reinstall Visual Studio Code:
1. Uninstall Visual Studio Code from your system.
2. Download the latest version of Visual Studio Code from the official website.
3. Install Visual Studio Code on your system using the downloaded installer.
4. Launch Visual Studio Code and check if the extensions are now working.
By following these troubleshooting steps, you should be able to resolve the issue of Visual Studio Code extensions not working after a PC shutdown or restart. Remember to double-check your configurations and reinstall any necessary extensions to ensure a smooth development experience.
