VS Code Extensions Guide

You enhance your VS Code experience with these essential extensions for Python, Jupyter, and productivity.


Finding and Installing Extensions

  1. Click the Extensions icon ( squares) in the left sidebar
  2. Search for extensions by name or functionality
  3. Check for:
    • Download count (Cloud+arrow icon)
    • Verified badge (Blue tick for trusted publishers)
    • Average rating (Star rating)
  4. Click Install on the extension’s page

Essential Python Extensions

Core Development Tools

  • Python
    Official Microsoft Python support with IntelliSense, linting, and debugging

  • Pylance
    Fast, feature-rich Python language support with type checking

  • Python Debugger
    Advanced debugging capabilities for Python code

Code Quality & Readability

Advanced Python Features


Jupyter Notebook Extensions

Core Notebook Functionality

  • Jupyter
    Full Jupyter notebook support with cell execution and debugging

  • Jupyter Cell Tags
    Manage and organize notebook cells with tags

  • Jupyter Keymap
    Keyboard shortcuts for notebook navigation

Visualization & Presentation


Productivity Boosters

Git & Version Control

  • Git Graph
    Visual branch/commit history explorer

Markdown Tools

Data & File Handling

Writing Assistance

  • Spell Right
    Multilingual spell checker for documents and code comments