VS Code Snippet Generator

Create, preview, and export VS Code code snippets for any language — with tab stops, variables, and choices.

📝 Snippet Editor

👁️ Live Preview

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{} JSON Output

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Why Use This Generator?

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Instant Live Preview

See exactly how your snippet expands as you type — tab stops, variables, and choices rendered in real time so you know it works before exporting.

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11+ Languages Supported

JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, HTML, CSS, React, Vue, Go, Rust, Java, PHP — pick your language and get a properly scoped snippet file instantly.

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Tab Stops & Variables

Insert numbered tab stops ($1, $2, $3), VS Code variables ($TM_FILENAME, $CURRENT_YEAR), and choice placeholders with one click.

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Export Anywhere

Copy clean JSON, copy with language scope, or download a ready-to-use .code-snippets file. Drop it in your VS Code and start coding faster.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I install snippets in VS Code? ▼
Download the .code-snippets file and place it in your project's .vscode/ folder, or in your global VS Code snippets directory. You can also open VS Code, go to File → Preferences → User Snippets, and paste the copied JSON directly into the appropriate language file.
What are tab stops and variables? ▼
Tab stops ($1, $2, $3) are placeholders you jump between with Tab when the snippet expands. Variables like $TM_FILENAME resolve to the current file name, $CURRENT_YEAR to the year, and $LINE_NUMBER to the current line — they fill in automatically when you trigger the snippet.
What's the difference between Copy JSON and Copy with Scope? ▼
Copy JSON gives you the snippet object ready to paste into an existing snippets file. Copy with Scope wraps it in a complete JSON file with the correct scope field for the selected language — ideal for creating a new .code-snippets file from scratch.

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