Auto-Next

Next.js development workflow with automatic server startup and browser launch.

NextDev Launcher Extension
Installation Guide
How to install NextDev Launcher in VS Code

Method 1: VS Code Marketplace

  1. Open VS Code
  2. Click on the Extensions icon in the Activity Bar
  3. Search for "NextDev Launcher"
  4. Click "Install"

Method 2: Quick Install

Press Ctrl+P (or Cmd+P on macOS) and paste:

ext install NextDevLauncher

Method 3: Manual Installation

  1. Download the .vsix file from the GitHub releases page
  2. In VS Code, go to Extensions view
  3. Click the "..." menu at the top-right of the Extensions view
  4. Select "Install from VSIX..."
  5. Choose the downloaded .vsix file

Latest Updates

Version 1.2.0

Released April 15, 2025
  • Added support for custom browser selection
  • Improved detection of Next.js server ready state
  • Fixed issue with port detection on Windows

Version 1.1.0

Released March 1, 2025
  • Added support for custom commands
  • Improved error handling and notifications
  • Added status bar indicator

Ready to streamline your Next.js workflow?

Install NextDev Launcher today and boost your development productivity.