Resolving VS Code Issues: Why Your Editor Stopped Closing Parentheses and Brackets

Discover the quick solution to fix the issue with `Visual Studio Code` not closing parentheses, brackets, and curly brackets in JavaScript files.
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Troubleshooting VS Code: Fixing the Closing Brackets Issue

If you've recently encountered a frustrating issue in Visual Studio Code (VS Code) where the editor has suddenly stopped automatically closing parentheses, brackets, and curly brackets — particularly while coding in JavaScript — you're not alone. This issue can disrupt your coding flow, potentially leading to errors and inefficiencies.

In this guide, we'll explore the possible causes of this problem and provide clear, actionable solutions to get your VS Code environment back to normal.

What’s Happening with VS Code?

Many developers rely on the auto-closing feature in VS Code to maintain neat and error-free code. This feature ensures that every opening parenthesis, bracket, or curly bracket has a corresponding closing character, saving time and minimizing mistakes. However, a recent report from users indicated that this feature stopped functioning, and unfortunately, it only seems to affect JavaScript files.

Possible Cause of the Issue

Interference from Extensions

In this specific case, it appears that an extension could be the source of the problem. According to user feedback, the GitHub Copilot extension might be interfering with the editor's ability to close brackets automatically. If you have installed or updated this extension recently, it could be to blame.

Solutions to Fix the Issue

Here are some straightforward solutions to help you troubleshoot and resolve the bracket-closing problem in VS Code.

Option 1: Disable GitHub Copilot

One of the simplest solutions is to disable the GitHub Copilot extension. Here’s how you can do it:

Open VS Code.

Navigate to the Extensions sidebar by clicking on the Extensions icon or by pressing Ctrl + Shift + X.

Search for GitHub Copilot.

Click on the gear icon next to it and select Disable.

Reload VS Code to apply the changes.

After completing these steps, check if the auto-closing behavior of parentheses and brackets resumes as expected.

Option 2: Adjusting VS Code Settings

If you prefer to keep GitHub Copilot enabled, there is an alternative solution. You can adjust your VS Code settings to restore the auto-closing functionality specifically for JavaScript files:

Open VS Code.

Go to the Settings by clicking on the gear icon on the left sidebar and selecting Settings.

Search for settings.json and select Edit in settings.json.

Add the following code snippet to your settings.json file:

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Save the changes and restart VS Code.

This adjustment tells VS Code to manage the auto-closing of brackets according to the language rules defined for JavaScript.

Wrap Up

In summary, if your VS Code has stopped closing parentheses, brackets, and curly brackets in JavaScript files, it is likely due to an extension like GitHub Copilot causing interference. By either disabling the extension or adjusting your editor’s settings as outlined above, you can quickly restore this essential feature and continue coding efficiently.

If you have any other issues or suggestions, feel free to leave a comment below. Happy coding!

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