# Source: https://docs.bito.ai/ai-code-reviews-in-ide/installation-guide/installing-on-visual-studio-code.md

# Installing on Visual Studio Code

Get up and running with Bito in just a few steps! Bito seamlessly integrates with Visual Studio Code, providing powerful AI-driven code reviews directly within your editor. Click the button below to quickly install the Bito extension and start optimizing your development workflow with context-aware [AI Chat](https://docs.bito.ai/ai-code-reviews-in-ide/ai-chat-in-bito), and more.

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## Video guide

Watch the video below to learn how to download the Bito extension on VS Code.

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How to install Bito extension on VS Code
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## Step-by-step instructions

1. In Visual Studio Code, go to the extension tab and search for Bito.

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2. Install the extension. We recommend you restart the IDE after the installation is complete.

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Starting with Bito version 1.3.4, the extension is only supported on VS Code versions 1.72 and higher. Bito does not support VS Code versions below 1.72, and earlier versions of Bito do not function properly on these older versions.
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3. After a successful install, the Bito logo appears in the Visual Studio Code pane.

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4. Click the Bito logo to launch the extension and complete the setup process. You will either need to create a new workspace if you are the first in your company to install Bito or join an existing workspace created by a co-worker. See [managing-workspace-members](https://docs.bito.ai/help/account-and-settings/managing-workspace-members "mention")

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Visual Studio Code Marketplace Link <https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=Bito.bito>
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## Setup Bito extension in VS Code running through SSH

SSH (Secure Shell) is a network protocol that securely enables remote access, system management, and file transfer between computers over unsecured networks.

Visual Studio Code IDE allows developers to access and collaborate on projects from any connected machine remotely. The corresponding extension \[Remote -SSH] must be installed on the host machine's Visual Studio Code IDE to utilize this feature.

The Bito VS Code extension seamlessly integrates with Remote development via SSH, allowing developers to utilize Bito features and capabilities on their remote machines.

### Remote SSH connection and setup

Please follow the instructions given in the links below:

* <https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/remote/ssh>
* <https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/administration/openssh/openssh_install_firstuse>

**Video Guide:**

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## Setup Bito extension in VS Code running through WSL

Running VS Code on WSL allows developers to work in a Linux-like environment directly from Windows. This kind of setup is to take advantage of development experience on both operating systems.

WSL provides access to Linux command-line tools, utilities, and applications, to enhance productivity and streamline the development process.

This setup ensures a consistent development environment across different systems, making it easier to develop, test, and deploy applications that will run on Linux servers.

### WSL connection and setup

Please follow the instructions given in the links below:

* <https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/remote/wsl-tutorial>
* <https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wsl/install>

**Video Guide:**

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