github - How do I connect to my existing Git repository using Visual Studio Code?

Question

I've been using Visual Studio code for a long time, since v0.9.1. I now have run into the need to use GitHub and an online Git repository.

I have the online Git repository set up and have been pushing changing to the online repository using GitHub. I have recently come to realize I can save myself a step with using Visual Studio Code to do both: to edit my code, then send it up to the online repository.

I am very new to the whole Git concept. Visual Studio Code had me install the "Git" plugin which installed Git Bash, Git CMD, and Git GUI.

This is the online repository URL I'm trying to get to: https://github.com/SpectrumGraphics/Spectrum-Graphic-Designs.git

Answer 1

1. Open Visual Studio Code terminal (Ctrl + `)

2. Write the Git clone command. For example,

   git clone https://github.com/angular/angular-phonecat.git
   

3. Open the folder you have just cloned (menu File → Open Folder)