Question 1

Is CtrlV free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, CtrlV is completely free to use with no limitations. No account required, just paste and share.

Question 2

How long does my code stay available?

Accepted Answer

By default, snippets are available for 7 days. You can customize the expiration time when creating a snippet, from 1 hour to 1 year, or set it to never expire.

Question 3

Is my code secure?

Accepted Answer

Yes, CtrlV takes security seriously. You can add password protection to your snippets, and end-to-end encryption is available for sensitive code. One-time view links are also available.

Question 4

How many programming languages are supported?

Accepted Answer

CtrlV supports syntax highlighting for over 20 programming languages, including JavaScript, Python, Java, C++, PHP, Ruby, and many more.

Question 5

Can I open snippets directly in VS Code?

Accepted Answer

Yes! CtrlV provides an 'Open in VS Code' button for every shared snippet. Click it to instantly open the code in your local VS Code editor. No additional plugins required.

Question 6

Can I share code directly from VS Code?

Accepted Answer

Yes! CtrlV offers a VS Code extension that lets you share code snippets without leaving your editor. Simply select the code, right-click, and choose 'Share with CtrlV' from the context menu. A shareable link is automatically copied to your clipboard.