Add "Open with Code" action to Windows Explorer file context menu

: Very old versions of Visual Studio products sometimes require an Active Visual Studio Subscription

Double-click the archive in your Downloads folder to expand it.

Visual Studio Code version 1.70.3 is the final release that supports . While the official VS Code download page always provides the latest stable version (currently 1.116.0 as of April 2026), you can still access this specific legacy version through direct Microsoft download links or the release archive. Direct Download Links (Version 1.70.3)

: Added the ability to hide or show the menu bar, Command Center, and layout controls to save screen space.

Windows 7, 8, or 8.1 (x86/x64). It is the last release for these OS versions. Processor: 1.6 GHz or faster. Memory (RAM): 1 GB minimum. Disk Space: Approximately 275 MB installed footprint. Download Information

→ https://update.code.visualstudio.com/1.70.3/win32-x64-user/stable

Even though 1.70.3 is a very minor patch, it is built on the foundation of the , which introduced a wealth of new features. When you download 1.70.3, you get all these improvements.

Depending on your operating system, use the following direct links to the official Microsoft servers: User Installer (64-bit) System Installer (64-bit) macOS: Universal (Intel & Apple Silicon) Linux: Debian/Ubuntu (.deb) RedHat/Fedora (.rpm) 2. Installation Steps

Enabled by default to simplify resolving complex merge conflicts.

: Users often have to use specific direct URLs to find the 1.70.3 installer, as it is no longer listed in the standard "Stable" channel.

: Right-click the title bar to toggle the Menu Bar, Command Center, or Layout controls. Sticky Scroll Preview