# Install Claude Code

Source: https://ofox.io/docs/integrations/claude-code/installation

Claude Code is an AI-powered coding assistant that understands your entire codebase and can work across multiple files and tools. It is available in the terminal, IDEs, desktop apps, and browsers.

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## Prerequisites

- [OfoxAI API Key](https://app.ofox.io) (sign up to get one — no Claude subscription required)

## Terminal CLI

A fully featured CLI for using Claude Code directly in your terminal.

**Native Install (Recommended)**

**macOS / Linux / WSL:**

```bash
curl -fsSL https://claude.ai/install.sh | bash
```

**Windows PowerShell:**

```powershell
irm https://claude.ai/install.ps1 | iex
```

**Windows CMD:**

```batch
curl -fsSL https://claude.ai/install.cmd -o install.cmd && install.cmd && del install.cmd
```

Windows requires [Git for Windows](https://git-scm.com/downloads/win) to be installed first. The native install will auto-update in the background.

**Homebrew**

```bash
brew install --cask claude-code
```

The Homebrew install does not auto-update. Run `brew upgrade claude-code` periodically to get the latest version.

**WinGet**

```powershell
winget install Anthropic.ClaudeCode
```

The WinGet install does not auto-update. Run `winget upgrade Anthropic.ClaudeCode` periodically to get the latest version.

After installation, complete the [Model Provider Configuration](https://ofox.io/docs/integrations/claude-code/model-provider) before starting.

## VS Code / Cursor

Provides inline diffs, @-mentions, plan review, and conversation history directly in your editor.

- [Install for VS Code](vscode:extension/anthropic.claude-code)
- [Install for Cursor](cursor:extension/anthropic.claude-code)

Or search for **"Claude Code"** in the Extensions view (`Cmd+Shift+X` / `Ctrl+Shift+X`). After installation, open the Command Palette (`Cmd+Shift+P` / `Ctrl+Shift+P`), type "Claude Code", and select **Open in New Tab**.

## JetBrains IDE

Supports IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, WebStorm, and more, with interactive diff viewing and selection context sharing.

Install the [Claude Code plugin](https://plugins.jetbrains.com/plugin/27310-claude-code-beta-) from the JetBrains Marketplace, then restart the IDE.

## Verify Installation

```bash
claude --version
# A version number output indicates successful installation
```

## Update & Uninstall

```bash
# Native install auto-updates; for other methods, update manually:
brew upgrade claude-code          # Homebrew
winget upgrade Anthropic.ClaudeCode  # WinGet

# Uninstall
brew uninstall claude-code   # Homebrew
```

## Next Steps

- [Configure Model Provider](https://ofox.io/docs/integrations/claude-code/model-provider) — Use OfoxAI as the API provider
- [CCometixLine Status Bar](https://ofox.io/docs/integrations/claude-code/contextline) — Real-time display of Git status, model, and context usage
- [Configure Skills](https://ofox.io/docs/integrations/claude-code/skills) — Extend Claude Code capabilities