Install extensions

To install extensions to Qt Creator:

1. Go to Extensions.

   

2. Select an extension.
3. Select Install.
4. In the Source dialog, enter the path to the archive or library that has the plugin.

   

5. In the Accept Terms and Connections dialog, select I accept terms and conditions.

   

6. In the Install Location dialog, select User plugins to make the plugin available for the current user in all compatible Qt Creator instances or Qt Creator installation to make the plugin available for all users of a particular Qt Creator instance.

   

7. In the Summary dialog, select Finish to install the plugin.

   

8. Select Restart Now to restart Qt Creator and load the plugin.

Security considerations

Qt Creator does not check extensions from external vendors for security flaws or malicious intent, so be careful when installing them, as it might leave your computer vulnerable to attacks such as hacking, malware, and phishing.

Before you install an extension from an external vendor:

• Check that the extension is compatible with your Qt Creator version and other extensions that you install. You can find this information in the description of the extension in the Extensions mode.
• Check what other users are saying about the extension and how they rate it.
• Make sure the vendor is reputable and known for creating high-quality extensions.
• Check that the extension package was recently updated. Outdated extensions present a bigger risk.
• Check that the extension has good documentation and other means of support.
• Check that the extension mostly has features that you need. All extensions that are loaded on start make Qt Creator start a bit slower.