# Visual Studio Code

> The VS Code extension (Beta) lets you see Qwen's changes in real-time through a native graphical interface integrated directly into your IDE, making it easier to access and interact with Qwen Code.

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### Features

- **Native IDE experience**: Dedicated Qwen Code sidebar panel accessed via the Qwen icon
- **Auto-accept edits mode**: Automatically apply Qwen's changes as they're made
- **File management**: @-mention files or attach files and images using the system file picker
- **Conversation history**: Access to past conversations
- **Multiple sessions**: Run multiple Qwen Code sessions simultaneously

### Requirements

- VS Code 1.98.0 or higher

### Installation

1. Install Qwen Code CLI:

   ```bash
   npm install -g qwen-code
   ```

2. Download and install the extension from the [Visual Studio Code Extension Marketplace](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=qwenlm.qwen-code-vscode-ide-companion).

## Troubleshooting

### Extension not installing

- Ensure you have VS Code 1.98.0 or higher
- Check that VS Code has permission to install extensions
- Try installing directly from the Marketplace website

### Qwen Code not responding

- Check your internet connection
- Start a new conversation to see if the issue persists
- [File an issue on GitHub](https://github.com/qwenlm/qwen-code/issues) if the problem continues