How to download from gitlab
- George Apostolov
How to download from gitlab: step-by-step guide
Log in to your GitLab account and select the repository you want to download or copy.
Click "Code."
Tap on the clipboard icon to clone or download the repository.
On your computer, open the directory where you want to save the repository.
Next, open the Command Prompt, ensuring Git is installed on your machine beforehand.
Paste the HTTPS URL you copied earlier and run the command
git clone <URL>to clone the repository to your local machine.Key in your GitLab username and password.
The repository has been successfully downloaded to your local machine.
Quick answer: To download files from GitLab, log in to your account, select the repository, and click Code. Tap the clipboard icon to copy the URL. Open your computer's directory and Command Prompt, paste the HTTPS URL with the git clone command, and enter your GitLab username and password.
About this GitLab tutorial
Download any repository from GitLab to your local machine by copying the clone URL and running the git clone command in your terminal. This guide shows how to download from gitlab in 8 steps, starting with "Log in to your GitLab account and select the repository you want to download or copy" and finishing with "The repository has been successfully downloaded to your local machine". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real GitLab interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to download from gitlab?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your GitLab data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under GitLab. Related guides: How to Find GitLab Version, How to Generate SSH Key for GitLab and How to install gitlab. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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