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# Connect ServiceNow Lux Lab for VS Code extension to an instance

# Connect ServiceNow Lux Lab for VS Code extension to an instance {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Australia  
Updated August 4, 2026  
![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read  
Connect the ServiceNow Lux Lab for VS Code extension to your ServiceNow instance to access instance files, deploy changes, and preview your work.

## Before you begin

Role required: none  
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| Application | Version | Resources for more information |
|-|-|-|
| Visual Studio Code | 1.97 later | [Visual Studio Code updates](https://code.visualstudio.com/updates/v1_132) |
| Node.js | 24 or later | [Node.js](https://nodejs.org/en/download) |
| pnpm | 10 or later | [pnpm](https://pnpm.io/installation) |
| ServiceNow SDK | 4.10 or later | [ServiceNow SDK](https://www.npmjs.com/package/@servicenow/sdk) |
| ServiceNow instance | * Australia Patch 5 or later * Zurich Patch 12 or later {#connect-servicenow-ai-experience-lab-for-vs-code-to-instance__ul_xtl_bgb_dkc} | [Prepare your upgrade](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=rn-prepare-landing-page&version=australia&pubname=australia-release-notes&ft:locale=en-US) |
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## Procedure

1. Add a new instance.  
   * From the home screen, select Add a new instance.
   * From the command palette, select Add a new instance.
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2. In the authentication type field, select either Basic or OAuth to match your instance configuration.
3. In the instance URL field, enter the URL for your instance, including the protocol.  
   For example, <kbd class="ph userinput">https://&lt;instance-name&gt;.service-now.com</kbd>.
4. Enter your instance username and password.  
   For OAuth authentication, complete the additional authentication steps in the browser window that opens.
5. In the instance alias field, enter a name for your instance.
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## Result

If your instance is connected successfully, a notification in Visual Studio Code indicates that your instance has been added and lists the instance name.