importexportbackupvisual-studio-2017visual-studio-extensions

Export/Import VS extensions list?

Is there an easy way to backup the installed extensions list in VS (2017), so that when I install the machine anew I can easily install my regular extensions at once?

Note: I've found this question that asks an identical question to my own, except it targets VS Code, whereas my question is about Visual Studio for Windows.

Solution

  • Roaming Extension Manager is built in Visual Studio 2017:

    The Roaming Extension Manager helps you keep track of all your favorite extensions across all of your development environments. Roaming your extensions keeps track of the extensions you have installed by creating a synchronized list in the cloud.

    See also https://devblogs.microsoft.com/visualstudio/roaming-extension-manager-control-and-consistency-down-to-the-last-extension/