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Azure Data Studio PowerShell Extension
PowerShell Editor Support for Azure Data Studio
Version 2025.4.0 · by Microsoft
Official site: docs.microsoft.com
About Azure Data Studio PowerShell Extension
This extension provides rich PowerShell language support for [Azure Data Studio](https://github.com/Microsoft/azuredatastudio).
Now you can write and debug PowerShell scripts using the excellent IDE-like interface that Azure Data Studio provides.
## Features
* Syntax highlighting
* Code snippets
* IntelliSense for cmdlets and more
* Rule-based analysis provided by [PowerShell Script Analyzer](http://github.com/PowerShell/PSScriptAnalyzer)
* Go to Definition of cmdlets and variables
* Find References of cmdlets and variables
* Document and workspace symbol discovery
* Run selected selection of PowerShell code using `F8`
* Launch online help for the symbol under the cursor using `Ctrl`+`F1`
* Local script debugging
* Extension Terminal support
* PowerShell ISE color theme
## Notes
* This package requires Azure Data Studio 1.5.1 or newer.
You can install it with the [azure-data-studio](https://chocolatey.org/packages/azure-data-studio) package.
* The extension will be installed in any edition of Azure Data Studio which could be found.
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How to install Azure Data Studio PowerShell Extension
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install azure-data-studio-powershell-extension
- Open Azure Data Studio PowerShell Extension once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Azure Data Studio PowerShell Extension free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to docs.microsoft.com, the developer's official site, where Azure Data Studio PowerShell Extension is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.
What is the latest version of Azure Data Studio PowerShell Extension?
The version listed here is 2025.4.0, published /Date(1759. The developer's site always has the newest release.
How do I install Azure Data Studio PowerShell Extension from the command line?
With Chocolatey, run: choco install azure-data-studio-powershell-extension. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Azure Data Studio PowerShell Extension safe?
Azure Data Studio PowerShell Extension downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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