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Git Extensions
Git Extensions is a graphical user interface for Git that allows you to control Git without using the commandline.
Version 7.2.1 · by Henk Westhuis
Official site: gitextensions.github.io
About Git Extensions
## Features
* Windows Explorer integration for Git
* Feature rich user interface for Git
## Notes
* This package will not uninstall silently when the application was never used (see [the #3581 issue](https://github.com/gitextensions/gitextensions/issues/3581)).
* The msi `REMOVE` parameter (inside the `chocolateyInstall.ps1` file) that is defined in `silentArgs` was obtained with the following PowerShell snippet.
```powershell
(
(
@(
lessmsi l -t Feature gitextensionsInstall.msi `
| ConvertFrom-Csv `
| Where-Object {$_.Level -gt 1} `
| ForEach-Object {$_.Feature} `
) + 'AddToPath'
) | Sort-Object -Unique
) -join ','
```
We also do not let the installer add the GitExtensions directory to the `PATH` because it leaves too many executables and dlls available on the search `PATH`. instead we create a single shim to `gitex.cmd`.
How to install Git Extensions
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install git-extensions
- Open Git Extensions once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Git Extensions free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to gitextensions.github.io, the developer's official site, where Git Extensions is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.
What is the latest version of Git Extensions?
The version listed here is 7.2.1, published /Date(1788. The developer's site always has the newest release.
How do I install Git Extensions from the command line?
With Chocolatey, run: choco install git-extensions. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Git Extensions safe?
Git Extensions downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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