It is possible to use extensions without using repositories. This can be useful when prototyping.
## To install an extension locally:
### 1. Give Cloudstream storage permissions
if you're using Android 11 or later you need to make sure that you **Allow management of all files**, not just media in the settings.
### 2. Start and close the app
If you've done everything correctly, you should now see a `Cloudstream3` folder in your device's files. Inside it there should be a `plugins` folder.
### 3. Download or compile extensions
You can now download (most likely from the `builds` branch of the repository of your choosing) or compile an extension. You should look for files ending with `.cs3`
### 4. Put your newly acquired `.cs3` file in the `Cloudstream3/plugins` folder.
### 5. You should now see your extension working.
You can make sure by going to `settings > extensions` and clicking the bottom progress bar to show a list of all extensions (including the locally installed ones)
