How to Use the Postman Desktop Agent
- George Apostolov
How to Use the Postman Desktop Agent: step-by-step guide
Inside Postman's main dashboard, go to the left-side panel and click 'Download Desktop App'.
Following that, scroll down to the Postman Desktop Agent section and click 'Download Postman Agent'.
Find and select the specific version that is compatible with your computer. Once downloaded, install the app right away.
Head back to your main workspace afterwards, then click 'Auto-Select Agent'.
Finally, choose 'Desktop Agent' to connect it to the web app and start sending API requests from your local network.
Quick answer: To use the Postman Desktop Agent, download the desktop app and the agent installer from the left-side panel, install the version compatible with your computer, return to your main workspace, and select Desktop Agent to connect it to the web app for sending local API requests.
About this Postman tutorial
Connect Postman to your local network by downloading the desktop agent, installing the compatible version, and selecting it in your workspace. This guide shows how to use the Postman Desktop Agent in 5 steps, starting with "Inside Postman's main dashboard, go to the left-side panel and click 'Download Desktop..." and finishing with "Finally, choose 'Desktop Agent' to connect it to the web app and start sending API requ...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Postman interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to use the Postman Desktop Agent?
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 Postman data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Postman. Related guides: How to Use the Search Feature in Postman, How to Use Version Control in Postman and How to View the Activity History in the Postman Workspace. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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