> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mintlify.com/mrkai77/loop/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Installation

> Install Loop on your macOS system

Loop is a free, open-source window management app for macOS that simplifies window organization through an elegant radial menu and keyboard shortcuts.

## System requirements

Loop requires macOS 13 (Ventura) or later.

## Installation methods

Choose your preferred installation method:

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Homebrew">
    <Steps>
      <Step title="Install with Homebrew">
        If you have [Homebrew](https://brew.sh/) installed, run the following command:

        ```bash theme={null}
        brew install loop
        ```
      </Step>

      <Step title="Launch Loop">
        After installation completes, launch Loop from your Applications folder or use Spotlight search.
      </Step>
    </Steps>
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Manual download">
    <Steps>
      <Step title="Download the latest release">
        Navigate to the [Loop releases page](https://github.com/MrKai77/Loop/releases/latest) and download the latest `.zip` file, or use this [direct download link](https://github.com/MrKai77/Loop/releases/latest/download/Loop.zip).
      </Step>

      <Step title="Extract and install">
        1. Open the downloaded `.zip` file to extract the Loop app
        2. Drag the Loop app to your Applications folder
        3. Launch Loop from your Applications folder
      </Step>

      <Step title="Grant permissions">
        On first launch, macOS may ask you to grant accessibility permissions. This is required for Loop to manage your windows.
      </Step>
    </Steps>
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

<Note>
  Loop is constantly evolving, with new features and improvements added regularly to enhance your window management experience on macOS.
</Note>

## Next steps

After installing Loop, you'll need to set up your trigger key to start using the app.

<Card title="Set up your trigger key" icon="keyboard" href="/getting-started/quickstart">
  Learn how to configure Loop and perform your first window action
</Card>