> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://bruno-a6972042-docs-restructure-by-product.mintlify.site/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Install and Configure To start using the Bruno VS Code extension, install it from the official [Visual Studio Code Marketplace](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=bruno-api-client.bruno), or simply open the Extensions panel in your editor and search for **Bruno**. Once installed, open a Bruno collection and begin sending API requests right from your editor. ## Usage ### Dual View Mode Bruno VS Code extension offers two distinct viewing modes to suit different workflows: 1. **Using the Explorer** - File mode with syntax highlighting 2. **Using the Extension** - GUI mode with visual interface ### Using the Explorer If you already have loaded Bruno collection into the editor the File mode will be default view to switch GUI mode click on **Bruno** icon. VS Code Extension Create Request ### Using the Extension By clicking the extension in VS Code, you will have a similar experience to the Bruno Desktop App. To switch between view modes, click the arrow icons in the top right of your editor. VS Code Extension Create Request ## Working with Collections Similar to the desktop application, the extension will first start as a clean slate. Click the "+" icon to either open, create, or import a collection. VS Code Extension Create Request