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Overview

Get early access to new Koala Data Explorer features through VS Code’s pre-release channel. Test upcoming improvements and help shape the extension’s development.
The “Switch to Pre-Release Version” button only appears when a pre-release version is available.

How to Install

Switch to Pre-Release

  1. Open Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X / Cmd+Shift+X)
  2. Search for “Koala Data Explorer”
  3. Click the extension to view details
  4. Click “Switch to Pre-Release Version” (when available)
  5. Reload VS Code when prompted
Switch to Pre-Release Version button in VS Code Extensions view The button only appears when there’s a pre-release version to install. VS Code automatically manages the pre-release channel.

Identifying Pre-Release

When using a pre-release version:
  • “Pre-Release” badge appears in the Extensions view
  • Version info shows in the extension’s About dialog
  • More frequent updates than the stable channel

Why Try Pre-Release?

  • Early access to new features and improvements
  • Help shape development with your feedback
  • Get fixes faster for reported issues

Providing Feedback

Report Issues

Submit feedback through our support portal or email support@btsscorp.com. Include:
  • Pre-release version number
  • Steps to reproduce any issues
  • Your VS Code version
  • Operating system

Switch Back to Stable

To return to the stable version:
  1. Open Extensions
  2. Find Koala Data Explorer
  3. Click “Switch to Release Version”
  4. Reload VS Code

FAQ

Is it safe to use?

Yes, pre-release versions maintain the same read-only access and security. They may have minor bugs in new features.

Does it need a separate license?

No, your existing license works with both stable and pre-release versions.

How often are updates released?

Pre-release updates are more frequent than stable releases, typically weekly when new features are being developed.

Next Steps