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Hyun-woo Bae edited this page Jul 19, 2026 · 1 revision

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Getting Started

Set up Git Tab and open your first repository in just 5 minutes.

Step 1: Install

Download

  1. Go to the GitHub Releases page.
  2. Find and download the latest GitTab-Setup.exe (or *-installer.exe) file.
  3. Double-click the downloaded file.

Installation Process

When the installer starts:

  • Choose Language: Select your preferred language (default: English; you can change to Korean after launching Git Tab).
  • .NET 8 Runtime Check: On first install, you may be notified that .NET 8 Desktop Runtime is required. Click "Install" or "Download" and it will be downloaded and installed automatically. (Git is already included, so no separate installation is needed.)
  • Installation Folder: Select the default folder (e.g., C:\Program Files\GitTab) and continue.
  • Complete: When the installer finishes, the "Launch Git Tab" checkbox becomes active. Check it and click "Finish" to run the app immediately.

Step 2: First Launch

Verify the App Opened

Success if the Git Tab window appears!

  • You'll see menus at the top and buttons in the center.
  • A "Recent Repositories" list appears on the left (empty on first run).

Switch to Korean (Optional)

If you see English:

  1. Click the ⚙ Settings icon in the top right.
  2. In the Language dropdown, select Korean.
  3. The app will automatically restart and display in Korean.

Step 3: Open a Repository

Method 0: Clone a Remote Repository

If you want to download a repository from GitHub, GitLab, or another source:

  1. Click the "Clone" button in the Git Tab main window.
  2. Enter the repository URL (e.g., https://github.com/user/repo.git).
  3. Choose where to save it and click "Clone" to download the entire repository.

Method 1: Open with Button

  1. Click the "Open Folder" or "Open Repository" button in the Git Tab main window.
  2. Select an existing Git repository folder (one that contains a .git folder).
  3. Click Open to load the repository.

Tip: If you don't have a Git repository yet, open a regular folder and select "Initialize New Repository" from the Git Tab menu.

Method 2: Drag & Drop

  1. Find a folder in Windows File Explorer.
  2. Drag it into the Git Tab window.
  3. The repository loads automatically.

Method 3: Windows File Explorer Context Menu

  1. Right-click a folder in File Explorer.
  2. Select "Git Tab" or "Open" from the menu.
  3. Git Tab opens with that repository loaded.

Note: If you don't see the context menu, enable "Windows File Explorer Context Menu" in Git Tab settings. (See Explorer Menu for details.)

What is a Repository?

Repository = Project Folder + Git History

A Git repository is simply a folder that contains a .git folder. Inside it, all file changes are recorded. This lets you go back to any earlier state or collaborate with others anytime.

What's Next?

Now that you've opened a repository, here are your next steps:

  • Want to learn what Git is? Check out the Git Basics page.
  • Want to explore Git Tab's features? See the Features page.
  • Want to push your code to GitHub? Learn how to set up a personal access token on the Authentication page.

Trouble?

  • App won't start: Check the ".NET 8 Runtime" section on the Troubleshooting page.
  • Repository not recognized: Make sure the folder contains a .git folder.
  • Something else: Look for answers in FAQ.

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