VSPackages

VSPackages are software modules that extend the Visual Studio integrated development environment (IDE) by providing UI elements, services, projects, editors, and designers.

In This Section

• VSPackage Essentials
  Presents the important elements of a VSPackage.

• Implementing the IVsPackage Interface
  Explains how to implement the IVsPackage interface.

• Managed VSPackages
  Explains how to create VSPackages in managed code.

• Developing VSPackages By Using the Visual Studio Library
  Explains how to use the Visual Studio Library template classes to develop VSPackages in unmanaged code.

• Registering VSPackages
  Discusses how to register a VSPackage.

• How to: Troubleshoot VSPackages
  Discusses problems that you may experience with your VSPackage and gives tips for solving them.

• How to: Use the Activity Log
  Discusses the use of an activity log to help with debugging VSPackages in retail environments.

• Loading VSPackages
  Explains how and when VSPackages are loaded by Visual Studio.

• VSPackage State
  Explains how to save, restore, and change the state of a VSPackage.

• VSPackage Branding
  Shows how to advertise a VSPackage within Visual Studio.

• Best Practices for Security in VSPackages
  Helps you to create more secure products by understanding security vulnerabilities.

Related Sections

• Visual Studio IDE Architecture
  Describes Visual Studio and its IDE, and introduces strategies and techniques for extending the IDE.