ESP32 MicroPython Tools

ESP32 MicroPython Tools is a Visual Studio Code extension for ESP32 development with MicroPython.

Features

• Upload MicroPython files to ESP32
• Run temporary MicroPython code
• Stop currently running ESP32 code
• Reset ESP32
• Open serial monitor
• List files on ESP32
• Select and change the ESP32 serial port from VS Code settings

Requirements

Before using this extension, make sure you have:

• Visual Studio Code
• Python installed
• mpremote installed
• ESP32 connected by USB
• MicroPython firmware installed on the ESP32

Install mpremote:

pip install mpremote

Extension Settings

This extension supports the following settings:

{
  "esp32.port": "COM3",
  "esp32.pythonCommand": "python"
}

Change COM3 to your ESP32 port, for example:

{
  "esp32.port": "COM5"
}

For Linux/macOS, use a port like:

{
  "esp32.port": "/dev/ttyUSB0"
}

Usage

Open the Command Palette:

Ctrl + Shift + P

Search for:

ESP32

Then choose the command you want to run.

Known Issues

• Make sure Thonny, Arduino IDE, or another serial monitor is not using the same COM port.
• If the port is busy, close all terminals and try again.
• Select the correct port before uploading or running code.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.