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Downloading and Installing the Extension

Follow these steps to download and install the Early AI extension in Visual Studio Code.

Prerequisites​

Before installing the extension, ensure the following:

Installation Steps​

  1. Click this link to directly open the extension in Visual Studio Code.
  2. Click the Install button to add the extension to your environment.

2. Install Using a .vsix File​

If you're using an editor like Cursor or Windsurf, you may find that extension updates from the Microsoft Marketplace are delayed — or in some cases, missing entirely.
Using one of those editors? Grab the .vsix file from our public release repository to install manually.

💡 Looking for installation steps? See how to install from .vsix →

3. Verify Installation​

  1. Open the Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P / Cmd+Shift+P on Mac).
  2. Type and select View: Show Early.
  3. If the extension opens without errors, you’ve successfully installed it!
Extension Installed

Troubleshooting​

If you encounter issues during installation:

  1. Restart VS Code: Many installation issues are resolved with a simple restart.
  2. Check Compatibility: Ensure your VS Code version is 1.93.0 or higher.
  3. Visit the FAQ: Early AI FAQ.

For additional help, contact support@startearly.ai.