7 VS Code Extensions That Feel Like Cheating (2025 Edition)

I've been using VS Code for 6 years. These 7 extensions completely changed how I code. Some are so good they feel like cheating. 1. 🧠 Error Lens - See Errors INSTANTLY Instead of hovering over squiggly lines, Error Lens shows errors inline : const name = " Alex " // ← Missing semicolon (shown right here!) Install: usernamehw.errorlens 2. 🔄 Auto Rename Tag - HTML/JSX Magic Rename the opening tag, closing tag updates automatically. Install: formulahendry.auto-rename-tag 3. 📸 CodeSnap - Beautiful Code Screenshots Share code on social media? CodeSnap creates gorgeous screenshots with custom backgrounds and syntax highlighting. Install: adpyke.codesnap 4. 🎯 TODO Highlight - Never Forget a TODO // TODO: Fix this before production ← Highlighted in yellow! // FIXME: Memory leak here ← Highlighted in red! Install: wayou.vscode-todo-highlight 5. ⚡ Thunder Client - Postman Inside VS Code Full REST client built into VS Code - collections, environment variables, GraphQL support. Install: rangav.vsc