It took 51 posts to tell the guy at least some of what he needs. good advice in some posts, but it varied a lot.
if you are serious about using shed to make money to make and sells stuff, then work to do more than get by.
forget any extension cords.
forget laying wire on ground. (you will run over it, or if trying to roll it up, break the wire.l
Run a 220v circuit to the shed.
bury it.
10 gauge is minimum, 8 gauge would be great.
This gives you way less voltage drop and way more amperage available in the shed.
yes you need 220 volt breaker at house, and a subpanel in shop. but subpanel can be small (even though the smaller ones can cost as much as large box)
I would check with an local salvage or re stores as mine local sometimes has good new stuff or good new for cheap.
but get some help from an electrician not just from us here.
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