> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.btsscorp.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Activity Bar

> Access Koala Data Explorer from the VS Code Activity Bar

## Quick access

Koala adds a dedicated icon to the VS Code Activity Bar (left sidebar) so you can open the full experience with one click.

## Open Koala from the Activity Bar

1. Click the **Koala** icon in the Activity Bar.
2. The Koala panel opens with the query editor at the top and results pane below.
3. Use the left sidebar to switch between **Connections**, **Data Sources**, and recent activity.

<Tip>
  You can drag the Koala icon to reorder it in the Activity Bar if you use it frequently.
</Tip>

## Panel layout

* **Query editor**: Monaco-based SQL editor with execution controls.
* **Results grid**: Interactive grid with sorting, filtering, and export actions.
* **Data sources sidebar**: Table and view explorer for connected environments.

<Note>
  The Activity Bar entry appears after installation. If you do not see it, ensure the extension is enabled for the workspace.
</Note>