How to Install from GitHub
- George Apostolov
How to Install from GitHub: step-by-step guide
Navigate to your desired repository.
Click on the 'Code' button.
Select the 'Local' tab.
From the dropdown, click on 'Download ZIP'.
This will download a
.zipfile to your computer containing all the files from the repository.
Quick answer: To download files from GitHub, navigate to your desired repository, click the 'Code' button, select the 'Local' tab, and click 'Download ZIP' from the dropdown to save the repository's files to your computer.
About this GitHub tutorial
Download any repository from GitHub to your computer by getting the ZIP file directly from the Code menu. This guide shows how to install from GitHub in 5 steps, starting with "Navigate to your desired repository" and finishing with "This will download a .zip file to your computer containing all the files from the repos...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real GitHub interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to install from GitHub?
5 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 GitHub data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under GitHub. Related guides: How to Install GitHub, How to Install GitHub Files and How to Integrate Airtable with GitHub. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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