devicetree in VS code

[LC2047]

Hi 

I would like to use DeviceTree in VS code. The VS code had installed "nRF Connect for VS Code Extension Pack" and tools chain.

But I can't see any file in "DEVICETREE VISUAL EDITOR".

What is missing? Is it not yet install? If yes, please let me know how to install it.

I know it is very simple for you, but I need your hint to fix it. Please share your advise with me.

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[Menon]

Hello,

I will look into your issue. Could you tell me what happens when you open the DEVICETREE VISUAL EDITOR? Do you see any message? If so, please share a screenshot of the entire screen.

Additionally, can you try double-clicking the build info of the application you have built? You can find this when you expand the build under the Application tab.

Please see the screenshot below:

Kind Regards,

Abhijith

[LC2047]

Hi Abhijith,

Thanks for your support.

I am a beginner in nRF programming, and I am following Nordic's information to install nRF Connect in VS Code. However, I am experiencing an issue where the "Devicetree" tag appears intermittently in the "Action" tab, but most of the time it does not.

My setup includes the installed toolchain and SDK version 2.9.0. I have created a blank new project and a custom board with the nRF52832. Initially, I intended to use the "Devicetree" to configure the nRF chip for my application. Without it, I am unsure how to proceed.

Additionally, I would like to know if it is necessary to have the target board connected during development. In my current state, I prefer to set up the entire environment, board configuration, and draft the program before connecting the board.

Is it possible that I am missing a step, such as creating a new west workspace? I do not want to give up on nRF Connect. Please provide detailed, step-by-step instructions to help me succeed.

Thank you.

Best regards,

LC

[LC2047]

Hi Abhijith,

Referring to the attached picture, I have selected the build info of the application, but the "Devicetree" tag is not present. However, when I perform the same operation with a built-in example, the "Devicetree" tag appears.

My English is not very good, and I may not fully understand your instructions. Please let me know if you need any additional information. I will do my best to provide it.

Thank you.

Best regards,
LC

[James168]

expand and hit the subtree of the build 

[LC2047]

Hi James

expand the subtree of the build

hit the subtree of the build