Installation

Getting started with GAMS-IDE is easy. You'll need to have VS Code and GAMS installed on your system.

Prerequisites

1. VS Code: Download and install Visual Studio Code from code.visualstudio.com.
2. GAMS: Download and install the method appropriate for your operating system from gams.com.
   • Note: Ensure GAMS is added to your system's PATH, or you will need to configure the gamsExecutable path manually in the extension settings.

Installing the Extension

The GAMS-IDE extension is available on the Visual Studio Code Marketplace.

1. Open VS Code.
2. Go to the Extensions view by clicking on the Extensions icon in the Activity Bar on the side of the window or by pressing Ctrl+Shift+X (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+Shift+X (macOS).
3. Search for GAMS-IDE.
4. Click Install.

Verifying the Installation

To verify that the extension is working correctly:

1. Open a .gms file.
2. You should see syntax highlighting for GAMS code.
3. The status bar should show GAMS-related information.

TIP

If you encounter any issues, check the Troubleshooting section or ensure your GAMS installation is correctly configured in the Settings.