How to install local plugins in Vscode?

To install a local plugin, you need to place the plugin file in the plugin directory of VSCode. Here are the steps to install a local plugin:

1. Open VSCode and click on the extension icon on the left side (icon with four squares).
2. Type the name of the plugin in the search box, or if you have already downloaded the plugin file, you can also click on the “…” button in the bottom left corner and select “Install from VSIX”.
3. Search for the name of the plugin using the search bar, then select the plugin you would like to install from the search results.
4. Click on the “install” button of the plugin.
5. If you choose “Install from VSIX”, a file browser dialog will appear. Locate and select the plugin file you wish to install in the dialog.
6. After installation, you will see the installed plugins displayed in the plugin list.

Please note that when installing a plugin, you need to ensure that the plugin file is in the VSIX format. If the plugin is provided in a different format (such as .zip), you will need to unzip it and make sure the plugin folder contains the correct plugin files and manifest file (such as package.json).

Additionally, if your plugin requires other plugins to function properly, you must ensure that these dependent plugins are also installed and activated.