Download Manager

Overview

Download Manager is a Visual Studio Code extension that allows you to monitor and manage file downloads directly from within the editor. This extension is particularly useful for developers who frequently work with large files in remote environments. It provides detailed feedback on the download process, including progress percentage, download speed, remaining file size, and estimated time of arrival (ETA).

Features

• Real-Time Progress Tracking: Displays the percentage of the file that has been downloaded so far.
• Download Speed Monitoring: Shows the current download speed in KB/s or MB/s.
• ETA Calculation: Estimates and displays the time remaining for the download to complete.
• Status Bar Integration: Updates the Visual Studio Code status bar with download details.
• Error Handling: Provides clear messages if a download fails, with details about the error.
• Support for Multiple Downloads: Tracks multiple file downloads simultaneously, with individual progress displays.

Installation

1. Open Visual Studio Code.
2. Go to the Extensions view by clicking on the Extensions icon in the Activity Bar on the side of the window.
3. Search for Download Manager.
4. Click Install to install the extension.
5. Reload Visual Studio Code if required.

Alternatively, you can install the extension via the command line: