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How can I make VS Code editor tabs close button go on left side?

How do I move the 'x' button to close an editor tab to the left side of the tab?

Solution

  • After searching endlessly for a solution to this, I found one, and decided it might be appreciated by others to know how to get their tab 'x' button on the left side.

    Simply add the following to your USER SETTINGS json file.

    "workbench.editor.tabCloseButton": "left",

    Mac users rejoice!