VS Code Live Server and Perfect Browser Auto Refresh Feature

In this VS Code tutorial, we are going to take a look at the Live Server web extension. This is a tool that allows us to spin up a local development server with live reloading. We will cover how to install the extension, how to use it, and some of the features that it offers. By the end of this tutorial, you will have a good understanding of how this extension can help you during your development process.

What is the Live Server & Live Server Web Extension?

The Live Server is a web server that enables real-time preview of web pages. It can be used to view and test websites and web applications. The Live Server Web Extension is an extension for Visual Studio Code that allows you to easily start a local development server with live reloading feature.

You can run the Live Server plugin on HTML and CSS files, but you can also run PHP files through the Live Server Web Extension installed in your browser.

How do you use live server in VSCode?

Live server is a web extension for Visual Studio Code that allows you to create a local server for previewing your webpages. You can either use the built-in live server or install the live server extension.

Once you have installed the live server extension, open your project in Visual Studio Code and click on the “Go Live” button at the bottom of the screen. This will start the server and launch your default browser. You can then make changes to your code and see the results in real-time. It’s a great way to quickly test and iterate on your web development projects.

Why Live Server is not working in VS Code?

If you’re having trouble getting the Live Server extension for VS Code to work, try opening your file as File > Open Folder. The files in the folder added to Workspace will open in your browser. If you are having more problems, watch the video carefully.

Overall, Live Server in VS Code & Live Server Web Extension in Browser is a great tool for web developers of all levels. It’s easy to use and can save you a lot of time when working on web projects.