Installation
Get started with Emdash
Download Emdash
macOS
The easiest way to install on macOS is via Homebrew:
brew install --cask emdashOr download directly:
Windows
Download the installer or portable version:
Linux
Choose your preferred format:
Or run via Nix:
nix run github:generalaction/emdashSetup
1. Install a CLI provider
Emdash runs coding agents through their CLI. Install at least one provider before getting started:
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code2. Connect GitHub
To create PRs (and use GitHub Issues), connect your account in Settings → Integrations. Emdash works with OAuth or authentication via GitHub CLI:
gh auth loginYou're ready to start using Emdash.
Last updated on January 13, 2026