To install and explore Azure Storage Explorer, follow these steps:
### Installation
– Go to the [Azure Storage Explorer download page](https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/features/storage-explorer/).
– Choose the appropriate version for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
– **Windows:** Run the downloaded `.exe` file and follow the installation wizard.
– **macOS:** Open the downloaded `.dmg` file and drag Azure Storage Explorer to the Applications folder.
– **Linux:** Extract the downloaded `.tar.gz` file and run the `StorageExplorer` executable.
### Initial Setup
– Open Azure Storage Explorer from your Applications menu or desktop shortcut.
– Click on the “Sign in” button located in the left panel.
– Follow the prompts to sign in with your Azure account credentials.
3. **Connect to a Storage Account:**
– Once signed in, click on the “Connect” button or the “Add Account” link.
– Choose the type of resource you want to connect to, such as an Azure subscription, a storage account, or a local storage emulator.
– Follow the prompts to select or enter the details of the storage account you want to explore.
### Exploring Azure Storage Explorer
– The left panel displays your connected Azure resources organized by subscriptions.
– You can expand the nodes to view different storage accounts, blob containers, file shares, queues, and tables.
– Select a blob container to view its contents in the main panel.
– You can upload, download, delete, and manage blobs using the toolbar or right-click context menu.
– Click on a file share to view its contents.
– You can upload, download, delete, and manage files and directories.
– Select a queue to view and manage its messages.
– You can add, dequeue, and delete messages.
– Click on a table to view its entities.
– You can add, query, edit, and delete entities.
### Additional Features
– Use the search bar to quickly find specific resources or entities.
– Configure and manage Shared Access Signatures (SAS) and access policies for your resources.
– The Activity Log panel shows the status of ongoing and completed operations.
– Adjust settings and preferences from the `Edit > Settings` menu.
– **Shortcuts:** Learn keyboard shortcuts for common tasks to improve your efficiency.
– **Documentation:** Refer to the official [Azure Storage Explorer documentation](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/storage/common/storage-explorer) for detailed guides and troubleshooting.
– **Updates:** Keep the application updated to access the latest features and improvements.
By following these steps, you should be able to install, set up, and start exploring Azure Storage Explorer effectively.