Support

Getting Help with MusicBee Remote

We’re here to help! Whether you’ve encountered a bug, have a feature request, or just need assistance, here are the best ways to get support.

🐛 Report a Bug or Request a Feature

The easiest way to report issues or request features is through the GitHub Issues interface directly from Visual Studio Code:

Click the GitHub icon () in the MusicBee Remote navigation
Select the appropriate issue type from the menu

Create New Issue

This will open your browser to the GitHub issues page where you can choose from:

🐛 Bug Report - Report unexpected behavior or errors
✨ Feature Request - Suggest new features or enhancements
🔧 New Task/Tool Support - Request support for additional task types or build tools

Each template includes helpful prompts to ensure we have all the information needed to address your request effectively.

What to Include in a Bug Report

To help us resolve issues quickly, please provide:

Clear steps to reproduce the problem
Expected vs. actual behavior
Visual Studio Code version and extension version
Operating system details
Relevant error messages or logs (View → Output → Workspace Tasks)
Screenshots or recordings if applicable

Not sure if something is a bug? Want to discuss a potential feature before creating a formal request? Have general questions about how to use the extension?

GitHub Discussions is the perfect place for:

Asking “how do I…” questions
Sharing tips and workflows
Discussing ideas and feedback
Getting help from the community
Sharing your use cases

📚 Check the Documentation

Before opening an issue, you may find the answer in our comprehensive documentation:

README - Complete usage guide, feature overview, and configuration options
CHANGELOG - Recent updates and breaking changes
Extension Settings - Browse available settings by searching for “MusicBee Remote” in Visual Studio Code’s settings (Ctrl/Cmd + ,)

🌟 Show Your Support

If MusicBee Remote has been helpful to you, consider:

⭐ Starring the repository on GitHub
📝 Leaving a review on the Visual Studio Code Marketplace
☕ Supporting the developer via GitHub Sponsors

🤝 Contributing

Interested in contributing code, documentation, or other improvements? Check out our Contributing Guidelines (if available) or feel free to:

Fork the repository and submit a pull request
Improve documentation
Help triage issues
Share the extension with others who might find it useful