Why Augment routing works better

Keep Augment completions fast, secure, and predictable for every developer

1

Optimised networking

Purpose-built routes keep latency low even on weak networks

  • Local entry points
  • Path optimisation
  • Accelerated responses
  • Stable connectivity
2

Secure & reliable

Enterprise safeguards protect your code and tokens end to end

  • End-to-end encryption
  • Zero code retention
  • Access controls
  • Compliance ready
3

Cost aware

Smart metering and scheduling keep spend under control

  • Pay as you go
  • Transparent usage
  • Cost alerts
  • Volume discounts
4

Intelligent orchestration

Automatic balancing and failover maintain high availability

  • Load balancing
  • Failover routing
  • Auto scaling
  • Traffic distribution

Install the Visual Studio Code extension

Enable Augment inside VS Code with a short guided setup

Install from Marketplace Or open VS Code and press Ctrl+Shift+X (⌘+Shift+X on macOS) to search for "Augment"
Augment extension
1

Open VS Code

Launch Visual Studio Code and stay connected to the internet.

2

Install the core extension

  • Press Ctrl+Shift+X (Windows/Linux) or ⌘+Shift+X (macOS) to open the Extensions view.
  • Search for "Augment" and select the official Augment Computing extension.
  • Click "Install" to add the extension to VS Code.
3

Apply the Augment patch

  • Download the VSIX patch to your machine.
  • In the Extensions view, open the overflow menu, choose "Install from VSIX...", and import the patch.
  • Click the "Augment Router" status item in the bottom bar and run the patch.
4

Enter your access code

  • Visit the Augmunt console and open Personal Center → Cards.
  • Locate the Augment card you purchased and copy the code.
  • Return to VS Code, paste the code into the patch prompt, and confirm.
  • Use Augment after the activation success message appears.

Technical advantages

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Global network optimisation

Multi-region routing keeps responses fast worldwide

  • Edge regions worldwide
  • Smart path selection
  • Load balancing
  • CDN-aware routing
🔒

Enterprise security

Layered protections keep source and data locked down

  • End-to-end encryption
  • Access governance
  • Audit logging
  • Compliance-ready controls

Install the Visual Studio Code extension

Enable Augment in your editor with a quick guided setup

Install from Marketplace Or open VS Code and press Ctrl+Shift+X (⌘+Shift+X on macOS) to search for "Augment"
VS Code Marketplace listing
1

Open VS Code

Launch Visual Studio Code on your machine.

2

Open the extensions view

Use Ctrl+Shift+X (⌘+Shift+X on macOS) to open the Extensions panel.

3

Search for Augment

Type "Augment" in the search box to find the official extension.

4

Install the extension

Click "Install" to add the Augment extension to VS Code.

5

Reload VS Code

Reload VS Code after installation to activate the extension.

Extension info

  • Publisher:Augment Computing
  • Rating:4.9★ (138 reviews)
  • Installs:361,126
  • Description:Augment yourself with the best AI pair programmer
Common questions
  • Ensure you can reach the Marketplace over a stable connection.
  • If installation fails, restart VS Code and try again.
  • After activation, open the command palette and search for "Augment" to begin.

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