To update your offline layout in the future, simply run the --layout command again to the same directory; the bootstrapper will only download new or updated files. Create an offline installation - Visual Studio (Windows)
Perfect for secure, air-gapped environments or remote locations with poor connectivity.
Download the bootstrapper file. It will typically be named vs_community.exe or vs_community__XXXXXXXXX.XXXXXXXXXX.exe .
An NTFS-formatted external hard drive or network share for the downloaded files. To update your offline layout in the future,
Rename the downloaded file to vs_community.exe for easier use in the next steps . Phase 2: Create the Offline Layout
Once the command completes (which may take a significant amount of time depending on connection speed), verify that the target folder contains:
For ease of use in the command line, rename the downloaded file to exactly vs_community.exe and move it to a dedicated folder, such as C:\VS2019\ . Step 2: Use the Command Prompt to Create the Offline Layout It will typically be named vs_community
Double-click the main file inside the offline folder.
vs_community.exe --layout C:\vslayout --lang en-US
The Ultimate Guide to Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 Community Edition Offline Download Phase 2: Create the Offline Layout Once the
Method 1: Creating a Full Offline Layout (For transfer to other PCs)
Windows 10 (version 1703+), Windows 7 SP1 (with latest updates), or Windows Server 2016/2019. Processor: 1.8 GHz or faster (Quad-core recommended). RAM: Minimum 2 GB (8 GB recommended).
.\vs_Community.exe --layout D:\VS2019_Offline_Cache
An online installation is at the mercy of your network. A sudden drop in connectivity or a server hiccup can interrupt the process, forcing a restart. An offline download processes a single, large download (which can be 40 GB or more), eliminating these risks entirely.
After installation, verify the version: