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Installation

Get started with Emdash

Download Emdash

macOS

The easiest way to install on macOS is via Homebrew:

brew install --cask emdash

Or download directly:

Windows

Download the installer or portable version:

Linux

Choose your preferred format:

Or run via Nix:

nix run github:generalaction/emdash

Setup

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-code

2. 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 login

You're ready to start using Emdash.

Last updated on January 13, 2026