VS Code not detecting Thingy:53 (no devices connected) while Programmer sees it

[Nik01]

Hello,

I’m using **VS Code + nRF Connect SDK v3.2.1** with a **Nordic Thingy:53** board.

I can build firmware successfully, and nRF Connect **Programmer (Desktop app)** detects my board correctly:

- Nordic Thingy:53
- Serial number recognized
- USB Serial (COM5) works

However **VS Code does NOT detect any connected device** under “Connected Devices”, and the Flash button says *No devices connected*.

I have:
- Installed SEGGER J-Link V9.12
- USB-C plugged into the port labeled “USB”
- Drivers installed
- Tried different cables
- Administrator permissions

Device Manager shows **USB Serial Device (COM5)** but does NOT show J-Link.

What am I missing? Is there a setting or driver step for VS Code to detect the debug interface on Thingy:53?

Thanks!

I am supposed to use only USB so please help

[Turbo J]

Connected devices in VS code only works for J-Link debuggers - there is no such thing on a naked Thingy:53 device.

You can use the COM port for DFU, but not for debugging.

Nordic DK boards have a J-Link debug chip included btw.

[Nik01]

Well I was going through the Thingy_53 and I found this .
Is there no way to use this with VS Code ??
Also I need to take the values from the sensors . Is it possible to do it with nrf Connect for Desktop Programmer application ???
Please help.