Resolving Intellisense Autosuggest (Ctrl + Space) Issues in VS Code on macOS Ventura and Sonoma

TLDR

Check your global shortcuts

1. Go to System Settings > Keyboard > Keyboard Shortcuts ... > Input Sources
2. Disable "Select the previous input source"
3. Click "Done"
4. Restart machine
5. Enjoy!

Introduction

Recently, I encountered a frustrating issue while working in Visual Studio Code on my Mac running macOS Ventura and Sonoma. The Intellisense autosuggest, a crucial feature for any developer, suddenly stopped working. After some investigation, I realized that a specific keybinding conflict was the root cause. In this article, I’ll share how I fixed this issue, hoping it will help others facing a similar problem.
The Problem

Intellisense is an essential tool in a developer's arsenal, offering real-time code suggestions, parameter info, and quick fixes. However, a few months ago, it became unresponsive on my setup. The issue was perplexing, as there were no apparent changes in my VS Code settings or extensions that could have led to this.

After a bit of research and troubleshooting, I discovered that the problem was due to a keybinding conflict with macOS Ventura and Sonoma. The default keybinding for Intellisense in VS Code is Ctrl + Space. However, this combination is also used by macOS for switching input sources.
The Solution

Here's a step-by-step guide to resolve this keybinding conflict:
Step 1: Access Keyboard Shortcuts

Navigate to System Settings > Keyboard > Keyboard Shortcuts ... > Input Sources.
Step 2: Modify the Shortcut

Locate the option for "Select the previous input source" and disable it. This step is crucial as it removes the conflict with the VS Code Intellisense shortcut.
Step 3: Save Changes

After disabling the conflicting shortcut, click "Done" to save your changes.
Step 4: Restart Your Machine

For the changes to take full effect, restart your Mac. This ensures that the new settings are applied correctly.
Step 5: Enjoy Uninterrupted Coding

Once your machine restarts, open VS Code and enjoy the seamless functionality of Intellisense autosuggest.
Conclusion

Keybinding conflicts can be a subtle yet frustrating issue, especially when they interfere with essential development tools like Intellisense in VS Code. By following these simple steps, you can quickly resolve such conflicts on macOS Ventura and Sonoma, leading to a more efficient and enjoyable coding experience.

Remember, sometimes the solutions to complex problems are simpler than we think!

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