Change default quarto code chunk/cell from python to R?

[jarbet]

When working with a .qmd quarto document in Positron, whenever I use the shortcut to make a new code chunk/cell, the default language is python. Is there a setting in positron that will let me change the default language to R?

EDIT: In particular, I'm curious how to make R the default code chunk when using the Visual editor (rather than Source).

[juliasilge]

If you make one chunk in a document R, then all the ones you create afterwards will also be R.

We are tracking how to make this configurable (for example, at the user or workspace level) in quarto-dev/quarto#405, if you'd like to add a 👍 or any additional detail on your use case.

[jarbet]

@juliasilge thanks for your reply. I've edited my OP to clarify that the issue I'm asking about applies to the Visual quarto editor rather than the Source editor. What you said works for me in the Source editor, but when I switch to the Visual editor it always creates Python cells by default, even after I insert one or more R cells.

In any case, I'll add a 👍 to the link you sent!

[juliasilge]

Ah, for visual mode, we are tracking better behavior in quarto-dev/quarto#665. You may be interested in adding an additional 👍 there as well!

Do be aware that the Quarto visual editor in Positron/VS Code currently has limited functionality. We currently say this:

Quarto’s visual editor currently has limited support in Positron. It is a great fit for rich text authoring, but statement execution and other language features are not yet supported. Consider switching to source mode when you need such features, and follow along on GitHub for updates on this support.

[jarbet]

Got it, thanks. And yes, I prefer the Source editor but sometimes use the Visual editor when taking notes while reading websites since it conveniently lets you copy/paste markdown and paste in images -- but of which are super cool features!