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Fetch Client

Fetch Client is a lightweight VS Code extension designed for testing REST APIs directly within your editor. Perfect for developers who want to stay productive without switching between multiple tools.

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Fetch Client Extension Demo

✅ Why Fetch Client?​

  • 100% Open Source - Complete transparency and community-driven development

  • Lightweight & Fast - Minimal resource usage, instant response times

  • Theme Support - Fully customizable UI that respects your VS Code theme

  • No Backend Required - All data stored locally on your machine (Privacy-first)

  • Developer-Friendly - Intuitive interface with powerful features

  • Team Collaboration - Save collections in your workspace for version control

📦 Prerequisites​

  • VS Code: v1.117.0 or higher
  • Node.js: Required only for local development (v22+)

🚀 Quick Start​

  1. Install: Open VS Code → Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X) → Search "Fetch Client" → Click Install
  2. Open: Click the Fetch Client icon in the Activity Bar or press Ctrl+Alt+N
  3. Create Request: Click "New Request" in the Quick Access bar
  4. Test API: Enter your URL, select HTTP method, and click "Send"
  5. View Response: See formatted response with syntax highlighting and tree view