vsc settings file code example

Example 1: reset vscode settings

Press F1
Type user settings
Press enter
Click the "sheet" icon to open the settings.json file:
From there you can delete the file's contents and save to reset your settings.
Restart VSCode and your settings will be reset

Example 2: vscode settings difference user vs workspace

VS Code provides two different scopes for settings: User Settings - Settings that apply globally to any instance of VS Code you open. Workspace Settings - Settings stored inside your workspace and only apply when the workspace is opened.