How to resolve the issue of being unable to start debugging in vscode?
If the VSCode debugger fails to start, it may be due to the following reasons:
- Plugin conflict: Some plugins may conflict with the debugger. Try disabling or uninstalling recently installed plugins, then restart VSCode.
- Configuration error: Check if your debugging configuration is correct. In the launch.json file under the .vscode directory, make sure that the configuration points to the correct debugger path and that the configuration parameters are correct.
- Debugger installation issue: Some debuggers may require manual installation. In VSCode, press the F1 key, then type install, select Extensions: Install Extensions, search and install the debugger you need.
- Program execution issues: Make sure the program you are trying to debug runs successfully. If the program has compilation errors or runtime errors, the debugger may not be able to start.
- Version issue in VSCode: Make sure you are using the latest version of VSCode. Sometimes older versions may have some known issues, updating to the latest version may resolve the problem.
If none of the above methods work, you can try reinstalling VSCode. Remove the old version of VSCode and then download and install the latest version from the official website.
If the issue persists, you can check the VSCode log files to understand the specific error information. Select Help -> Toggle Developer Tools from the menu, then switch to the Console tab in the opened developer tools to view the log information and identify potential error causes.
If the issue remains unresolved, you can try seeking more detailed assistance by asking on the official support forum or community of VSCode.
