Installing Kilo Code

Kilo Code brings AI-powered coding assistance directly to your editor. Install using one of these methods:

• VS Code Marketplace (Recommended) - fastest method for standard VS Code users
• Cursor Marketplace - recommended way for Cursor users
• Open VSX Registry - for VS Code-compatible editors like VSCodium or Windsurf
• Manually install the .vsix file - direct installation from the GitHub Release
• JetBrains IDEs - for IntelliJ IDEA, WebStorm, PyCharm, Android Studio, and other JetBrains IDEs

VS Code Marketplace

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If you already have VS Code installed: Click here to install Kilo Code

alternatively, you can:

1. Open VS Code
2. Access Extensions: Click the Extensions icon in the Side Bar or press Ctrl+Shift+X (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+Shift+X (macOS)
3. Search for "Kilo Code"
4. Select "Kilo Code" by Kilo Code and click Install
5. Reload VS Code if prompted

After installation, find the Kilo Code icon () in the Side Bar to open the Kilo Code panel.

VS Code marketplace with Kilo Code extension ready to install

Cursor Marketplace

tip

If you already have Cursor installed: Click here to install Kilo Code

alternatively, you can:

1. Open Cursor
2. Access Extensions: Click the Extensions icon in the Side Bar or press Ctrl+Shift+X (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+Shift+X (macOS)
3. Search for "Kilo Code"
4. Select "Kilo Code" by Kilo Code and click Install
5. Reload Cursor if prompted

After installation, find the Kilo Code icon () in the Side Bar to open the Kilo Code panel.

Open VSX Registry

Open VSX Registry is an open-source alternative to the VS Code Marketplace for VS Code-compatible editors that cannot access the official marketplace due to licensing restrictions.

For VS Code-compatible editors like VSCodium, Gitpod, Eclipse Theia, and Windsurf, you can browse and install directly from the Kilo Code page on Open VSX Registry.

1. Open your editor
2. Access the Extensions view (Side Bar icon or Ctrl+Shift+X / Cmd+Shift+X)
3. Your editor should be pre-configured to use Open VSX Registry
4. Search for "Kilo Code"
5. Select "Kilo Code" and click Install
6. Reload the editor if prompted

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If your editor isn't automatically configured for Open VSX Registry, you may need to set it as your extension marketplace in settings. Consult your specific editor's documentation for instructions.

Manual Installation from VSIX

If you prefer to download and install the VSIX file directly:

1. Download the VSIX file:

   • Find official releases on the Kilo Code GitHub Releases page
   • Download the .vsix file from the latest release

2. Install in VS Code:

   • Open VS Code
   • Access Extensions view
   • Click the "..." menu in the Extensions view
   • Select "Install from VSIX..."
   • Browse to and select your downloaded .vsix file

Installing Kilo Code using VS Code's "Install from VSIX" dialog

JetBrains IDEs

Kilo Code is also available as a plugin for JetBrains IDEs including IntelliJ IDEA, WebStorm, PyCharm, Android Studio, PhpStorm, RubyMine, CLion, GoLand, DataGrip, and Rider.

Prerequisites

Before installing the Kilo Code plugin, ensure you have:

1. JetBrains Toolbox (Recommended):

   • Download from https://www.jetbrains.com/toolbox-app/
   • Toolbox is required for authentication callbacks to work properly
   • Without Toolbox, you'll need to manually configure API keys

2. Node.js:

   • Download LTS version from https://nodejs.org/
   • Required for the extension's backend services

Installation Steps

1. Open your JetBrains IDE

2. Access Plugin Settings:

   • Windows/Linux: File → Settings → Plugins
   • macOS: [IDE Name] → Settings → Plugins

3. Search for Kilo Code:

   • Click the "Marketplace" tab
   • Search for "Kilo Code"

4. Install the Plugin:

   • Click Install on the Kilo Code plugin
   • Accept any required permissions

5. Restart your IDE:

   • Restart when prompted to complete the installation, if needed

6. Find Kilo Code:

   • Look for the Kilo Code icon in the right sidebar
   • Click to open the Kilo Code panel

Troubleshooting JetBrains Installation

For JetBrains-specific issues such as JCEF problems, authentication failures, or Node.js configuration, see the JetBrains Troubleshooting Guide.

Troubleshooting

Extension Not Visible

• Restart VS Code
• Verify Kilo Code is listed and enabled in Extensions
• Try disabling and re-enabling the extension in Extensions
• Check Output panel for errors (View → Output, select "Kilo Code")

Installation Problems

• Ensure stable internet connection
• Verify VS Code version 1.84.0 or later
• If VS Code Marketplace is inaccessible, try the Open VSX Registry method

Windows Users

• Ensure that PowerShell is added to your PATH:
  1. Open Edit system environment variables → Environment Variables
  2. Under System variables, select Path → Edit → New
  3. Add: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
  4. Click OK and restart VS Code

Getting Support

If you encounter issues not covered here:

• Join our Discord community for real-time support
• Submit issues on GitHub
• Visit our Reddit community