Thunder Client Guide: How to Import/Export Data

Hey developers! If you’re working with APIs, you’ve probably heard about Thunder Client by now. It’s a lightweight REST API Client Extension for Visual Studio Code, crafted by Ranga Vadhineni. With a focus on simplicity, clean design, and local storage, it’s the perfect tool to streamline your API development process. You can report any bugs or feature requests on their GitHub page.

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Import/Export

Thunder Client makes it simple to manage your collections and environments, allowing you to import and export data seamlessly.

Supported Imports:

1. Postman 2.1.0 format: Requires the paid version.
2. Insomnia v4 JSON file: Requires the paid version.
3. Open API v3 JSON or YAML files: Requires the paid version.

Thunder Client:

• You can import/export Thunder Client Collections and Environments data directly.
• Import of .env files is supported from the Env tab (Paid version required).

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How to Import a Collection

1. Select the Collection Tab: Find it in the sidebar.
2. Menu Icon: Click the menu icon and choose Import or Import from URL.
3. Choose a File: You can import files from Postman, Thunder Client, Insomnia, or Open API formats.

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Import cURL

Note: This feature is available only in the paid version.

1. Activity Tab Menu: Select Import cURL.
2. Enter cURL Text or URL: You can do this directly in the input (shortcut Ctrl/Cmd + U).
3. Command Palette: Choose Thunder Client: Import cURL for quick access to testing a request from anywhere.

Export Data

Exporting in Postman Format:

1. Sidebar Menu: Select the menu (...) and choose Convert to Postman Format.
2. Command Palette: Alternatively, use the Command Palette and choose the Convert to Postman Format option.

Recommended Alternative: EchoAPI for VS Code

Looking for an even more lightweight option? Try EchoAPI for VS Code. It’s an ultra-lightweight collaboration tool for API development with no login required. EchoAPI supports Scratch Pad, making it an excellent alternative to Postman/Thunder Client, with features like API design, debugging, automated testing, and load testing. Plus, it’s compatible with Postman script syntax and offers plugins for IntelliJ IDEA, VS Code, and a Chrome request capture extension.

Advantages:

1. No login required
2. Supports Scratch Pad
3. Ultra lightweight
4. 100% compatible with Postman script syntax

Try out these tools and streamline your API development workflow today! Happy coding!