Installing Kilo Code
Kilo Code is a VS Code extension that 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 and Cursor users
- Open VSX Registry - for VS Code-compatible editors like VSCodium
- Manually install the .vsix file - direct installation from the GitHub Release
VS Code Marketplace
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If you already have VS Code installed:
alternatively, you can:
- Open VS Code
- Access Extensions: Click the Extensions icon in the Side Bar or press
Ctrl+Shift+X
(Windows/Linux) orCmd+Shift+X
(macOS) - Search for "Kilo Code"
- Select "Kilo Code" by Kilo Code and click Install
- 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
Open VSX Registry
For VS Code-compatible editors without Marketplace access (like VSCodium and Windsurf):
- Open your editor
- Access the Extensions view
- Search for "Kilo Code"
- Select "Kilo Code" by KiloCodeInc and click Install
- Reload if prompted
Manual Installation from VSIX
If you prefer to download and install the VSIX file directly:
-
Download the VSIX file:
- Find official releases on the Kilo Code GitHub Releases page
- Download the
.vsix
file from the latest release
-
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
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
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