Visual Studio Code Extension Downloader

Provides download links for Visual Studio Code extensions that you're browsing on Visual Studio marketplace.

Visual Studio Code Extension Downloader - Chrome Extension

"Visual Studio Code Extension Downloader" is a helpful Chrome extension designed to provide users with direct download links for Visual Studio Code extensions from the Marketplace. This extension is a must-have for users planning to use VSCode in a network-restricted computer or those aiming to maintain controlled development environments. It's also helpful for those who prefer to keep package files on hand.

Extension stats

Users: 3,000+
Rating: 3.40
(10)
Version: 0.1 (Last updated: 2016-08-14)
Creation date: 2016-08-14
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • downloads
Size: 4.30K

Other platforms

Visual PC Remote Control (v1.0)
4.11 (184) 61,512+
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Extension summary

This is a simple extension which adds a direct download link to the package files on Visual Studio Marketplace( https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/ ) , allowing you to download package files directly.

This is useful if

  1. You want to keep package files, just in case.
  2. You're planning to use VSCode on a computer with restricted/isolated network.
  3. Your (or your team's) development environment has to be strictly controlled.

I made this for me, but hope some people find this useful. Good luck!

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User reviews

Horrible
by Levi Battiest, 2024-08-09

Works just Great! The only downside that i can think of is there is a possibility that some users can't find the 'Download' button right away after installing the extension for the first time. With that being said, this tiny chrome extension does exactly as it says... and Thanks!
by mohamadg, 2022-11-16

Works great, exactly what I was looking for!
by Adam Kinnear, 2016-09-10
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Visual Studio Code Extension Downloader requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Visual Studio Code Extension Downloader has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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