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vscode-profile-sync

Synchronize VS Code profiles and extensions between Insiders and stable.

1|Updated Mar 5, 2026
Search Tags:#vscode#sync#extensions#profiles#stable#insiders
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/PlagueHO/plagueho.os --skill vscode-profile-sync
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Skill: vscode-profile-sync
Source: https://github.com/PlagueHO/plagueho.os/tree/main/.github/skills/vscode-profile-sync
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PlagueHO/plagueho.os --skill vscode-profile-sync

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill bridges the gap between VS Code Insiders and Stable, ensuring your preferred profiles and extensions are consistently available across both, saving you the hassle of manual setup.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Profile Replication: Seamlessly copies custom VS Code profiles from Insiders to Stable.
  • Extension Synchronization: Diffs and installs missing extensions in the target profile.
  • Use Case: After setting up a new machine or after a major VS Code update, you can quickly ensure your development environment in VS Code Stable mirrors your customized setup in VS Code Insiders.

Quick Start

Use the vscode-profile-sync skill to sync your VS Code Insiders profiles to VS Code stable.

Frequently Asked Questions about vscode-profile-sync

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I sync VS Code extensions between Insiders and Stable?▼

To sync VS Code extensions, this skill diffs extension lists between your Insiders and Stable profiles, automatically installing missing extensions and optionally removing extraneous ones to mirror your setup.

Can I copy VS Code profiles from Insiders to Stable automatically?▼

Yes, you can replicate VS Code profiles from Insiders to Stable. The skill discovers your custom profiles and synchronizes their associated extensions across both editor versions.

Do I need PowerShell or Bash to synchronize VS Code profiles?▼

Yes, profile synchronization requires PowerShell 7+ on Windows or Bash on macOS and Linux. You also need both the 'code' and 'code-insiders' CLI tools available on your system PATH.

What is the best way to mirror a VS Code Insiders setup in Stable?▼

The best way to mirror your setup is using a profile synchronization tool that compares extension lists and installs missing extensions, ensuring Stable matches your customized Insiders environment.

Will syncing VS Code profiles remove extensions I want to keep in Stable?▼

Profile syncing optionally removes extraneous extensions found in the target Stable profile. This ensures a precise match with Insiders, but you can control whether to enable extension removal.

Does VS Code profile sync work on macOS and Linux?▼

Yes, VS Code profile sync works on macOS and Linux using Bash, and on Windows using PowerShell 7+. It requires the 'code' and 'code-insiders' command-line interfaces to be installed.

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