# How to Open GitHub Repo in VS code

> To open a GitHub repository in Visual Studio Code, first copy the GitHub URL and open Git Bash from your computer's downloaded files. Next, paste the URL into Visual Studio Code, append .git, and press Enter to successfully clone and access your repository.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-open-github-repo-in-vs-code/
Apps: GitHub
Updated: 2026-10-05
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## Steps

1. Highlight your GitHub URL and copy.
2. Go to your downloaded files on your computer and right click your mouse. Select 'Open Git Bash here'.
3. In your visual code, paste the GitHub repository URL.
4. After you pasted the URL, type '.git' and press the 'ENTER' key.
5. That's it! You have successfully cloned the repository and you can now open the GitHub Repo in your downloaded files.
6. By following these steps, you can open the GitHub Repo in VS code easily.