VS Code Extension to Update Workspace Settings

Question

I have been combing through VS Code API docs, and am trying to understand whether or not it is actually feasible to write an extension that can edit the global User Settings JSON file.

Am I correct in thinking that I can create my extension, add the metadata I'm after under the "contributes" section in the "configuration" child object, then based on those values when the plugin is activated, take action against the User's preferences JSON?

I've also looked at the Guides plugin's configuration to check other examples, I'm just having a hard time conceptualizing how all this works, so any pointers would be appreciated.

I'm definitely NOT asking for someone to write my extension, just provide an answer as to whether I'm understanding the mechanics of an extension as a developer.

Answer 1

Would this work?

import { ConfigurationTarget, workspace } from 'vscode';

const configuration = workspace.getConfiguration(<YOUR_SECTION>);
configuration.update(<SETTING_NAME>, <SETTING_VALUE>, ConfigurationTarget.Global).then(() => {
    // take action here
});

More information about the WorkspaceConfiguration object located here.