In which path does Visual Studio Code install extensions?

Question

After installing an extension in Visual Studio Code, where do the files go?

Answer 1

Where are extensions installed?

Extensions are installed in a per user extensions folder. Depending on your platform, the location is in the following folder:

• Windows %USERPROFILE%\.vscode\extensions
• macOS ~/.vscode/extensions
• Linux ~/.vscode/extensions

https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/editor/extension-gallery#_common-questions

Answer 2

Alternative way to get to the extension folder

Within VSCode, pressing ctrl + shift + p, and type: "Open Extension Folder". Then press enter.

It will take you to the ~/.vscode/extensions folder