Local Share - VS Code Extension

Share your code in local network like Live Share.

Features

• Host Server: Start a server that shares your workspace
• Connect to Server: Connect to a server in your local network
• Real-time Collaboration: See updates and cursor positions in real-time
• Multi-client Support: Multiple clients can connect simultaneously

Commands

• Local Share: Start Server (Host) - Start a server to share your workspace
• Local Share: Stop Server - Stop the server
• Local Share: Connect to Server - Connect to a server in local network
• Local Share: Disconnect - Disconnect from a server

How to Use

Host Setup

1. Open your project in VS Code
2. Run command Local Share: Start Server (Host)
3. Choose a port (default: 3000)
4. Note your IP address displayed in the notification

Client Setup

1. Open VS Code (any project or empty)
2. Run command Local Share: Connect to Server
3. Enter the host's IP address
4. Enter the port number
5. You'll be connected and see the hosted code

Requirements

• VS Code 1.74.0 or higher
• Both machines must be on the same local network
• Node.js (for development)

Installation

From VS Code Marketplace

1. Open VS Code
2. Go to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X)
3. Search for "Local Share"
4. Click Install

From Source

npm install
npm run compile