Postman Web vs Desktop Application
Postman Web
Postman Web runs directly in your browser, requiring no installation, and is useful for quickly testing APIs or accessing your workspaces from any device with internet access.
Postman Desktop Application
The Postman Desktop app is a standalone application installed on your computer, offering additional capabilities such as handling certain local network requests and working more reliably with system-level features like proxies.
Key Differences
| Aspect | Postman Web | Postman Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | Not required | Required |
| Localhost Requests | Requires Postman Agent | Native support |
| Offline Access | Limited | Better support |
Which Should You Use?
For quick tasks or working across multiple machines, Postman Web is convenient, while the Desktop app is generally preferred for regular, in-depth API development work.
Once you've chosen a version, it's time to get familiar with the layout of the Postman interface itself.
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