How to view an HTML file in the browser with Visual Studio Code

VS Code Task Runner: Custom Tasks Configuration

Sometimes, you just need more control. That's where VS Code's task runner with custom tasks configuration comes into play:

1. Open Command Palette using Ctrl + Shift + P, and enter "Tasks: Configure Task". No treasure hunt here, just straight to the point!
2. Choose "Create tasks.json file from template" and then choose "Others". We're on the roll!
3. Update the generated tasks.json with the following config to use Chrome for HTML preview:

{
    "version": "2.0.0",
    "tasks": [
        {
            "label": "Open HTML in Chrome",
            "type": "shell",
            "command": "chrome",
            "args": [
                "${file}" //replace with your filename if you want to hardcode the file to open
            ]
        }
    ]
}
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4. Save tasks.json and hit Ctrl + Shift + B to run your created task. If a unicorn pops on your screen, you did it right!

Efficient Workflows with Extensions

No programmer is an island. With the right extensions, you can make your workflows efficient, just like a superhero:

• Open in Browser: For a quick HTML preview, this offers an (Alt + B) shortcut. It's like having a speed dial!

• Chrome Debugging Extension: This plays nicely with Live Server for a wholesome live development experience. Debug your JavaScript code right within the browser like a boss!

Access your extensions universe with Ctrl + Shift + X.

Browser-specific Task Configurations

Not all browsers are created equal, so why not tailor your tasks to target specific browsers? Yes, it's possible to tweak your tasks in tasks.json to run HTML files in Firefox, Edge, or any other browser you fancy. You're the boss!