VScode is an extremely popular free open-source IDE. Which is great for Network Automation. Here are 3 VSCode shortcuts that can save you a TON of time!

Multi-Line Selection

  • Windows: CTRL+ALT+⬇/⬆
  • Mac: CMD+OPTION+SHIFT+⬇/⬆

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Search Across All Files

  • Highlight the text you want to search for.
  • Execute search:
    • Windows: CTRL+SHIFT+F.
    • Mac: CONTROL+SHIFT+F.

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Convert to Lower/Uppercase

  • Highlight the text you want to convert.
  • Select all instances.
    • Windows: CTRL+SHIFT+L.
    • Mac: CONTROL+SHIFT+L.
  • Open the Command Palette via:
    • Windows: CTRL+SHIFT+P.
    • Mac: CONTROL+SHIFT+P.
  • Select the nessecary function from the Command Palette.

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