postgres-extension.md

title	description	author	ms.author	ms.reviewer	ms.date	ms.service	ms.topic
PostgreSQL extension	Learn how to install the Azure Data Studio PostgreSQL extension. It enables you to connect to, query, and develop for Postgres databases.	sunilagarwal	sunila	erinstellato	03/19/2019	azure-data-studio	conceptual

PostgreSQL extension (Preview)

The PostgreSQL extension (preview) enables you to connect to, query, and develop for Postgres using the capabilities of Azure Data Studio.

The Azure Data Studio functionality available for PostgreSQL includes:

• Connection manager & query editor
• Customizable dashboards & insight widgets
• Code snippets
• Integrated terminal
• Keyboard shortcuts
• Source control integration
• Workspace & user settings

Install the PostgreSQL extension (preview)

If you don't already have Azure Data Studio installed, see its install instructions.

1. Select the extensions icon from the sidebar in Azure Data Studio.

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2. Type 'postgresql' into the search bar. Select the PostgreSQL extension.

3. Select Install. Once installed, select Reload to activate the extension in Azure Data Studio.

Next steps

Learn how to connect and query Postgres from Azure Data Studio.