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Installing a Podman Desktop extension

Installing an extension is a great way to expand the capabilities of Podman Desktop. You have the option to install an extension from the catalog or a custom extension of your choice.

Procedure​

  1. Click the Extensions button.

    Extension Screenshot

  2. Perform one of the following steps:

    • Browse the Catalog and install the required extension.

      Catalog Screenshot

    • Click the Install custom... button to install an extension from a container image:

      1. Go to any registry, such as Docker Hub, GitHub, or any other registry.
      2. Find your extension.
      3. Copy the OCI image name of the extension, such as redhatdeveloper/openshift-dd-ext:0.0.1-100, and paste it into the OCI Image field. Install Custom Extension Dialoge
      4. Click Install. A successful operation notification opens. install a custom extension
      5. Click Done. extension installed successfully

Verification​

  • Verify the extension by checking the Installed tab on the Extensions page.

  • Depending on the extension, items can appear in the status bar, tray menu, or other areas of Podman Desktop.