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This page is for testing custom builds provided directly. If you’re a regular user, please use the standard installation guide.

Installing a Custom Build

If you’ve been provided with a custom build of Firebender to test a fix or new feature, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open Plugin Settings

Click the gear icon (⚙️) in the top right and select “Plugins”
Open Plugins

Step 2: Install Plugin from Disk

In the Plugins window, click the gear icon (⚙️) in the top right and select “Install Plugin from Disk…”
Install Plugin from Disk

Step 3: Select the Firebender Build

Navigate to and select the Firebender .zip file that was provided to you
Select Firebender Build

Step 4: Restart Your IDE

Click “OK” and restart your IDE when prompted
Restart IDE

If you’re still running into the same bug, please reach out to the Firebender member who gave you the build, email us at [email protected], or contact us through your dedicated Slack channel or Discord.