If it is not appearing, click the "Open Connect Dialogue" icon (the plug icon). Select "Local storage emulator." Click "Connect." Benefits of Using a Local Emulator
Once your emulator (Azurite) is running, you need to link it to the Storage Explorer UI. Open Azure Storage Explorer. microsoft azure storage explorer emulator download
In the left-hand sidebar, look for the "Emulator & Attached" node. If it is not appearing, click the "Open