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Claude Code Install Cheat Sheet and Fix-It Table
One page with the install line for Windows and Mac, the checks to run, your first session and a fix-it table for the errors beginners hit most.
What it does
Gives you the exact install command for your computer, a way to confirm it worked, and a quick fix for each common error, so you are not stuck on a blank terminal.
Who it's for
Beginners and business owners who want to try Claude Code but have never used a terminal.
What you need
A Windows 10 or newer or macOS 13 or newer computer, and a paid Claude plan or Claude Console account.
What's included
- Before-you-start checklist
- Install lines for Mac, PowerShell and CMD
- Version and health checks
- First-session walkthrough and starter prompt
- Fix-it table for common errors
- Everyday commands list
How to use it
Tick the checklist in Part 1, copy the install line for your computer from Part 3, run the checks in Part 4, and use the fix-it table in Part 6 if anything goes wrong.
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