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Installation ​

promptcmd can be installed on Linux, macOS, and Windows using several methods. Choose the installation method that works best for your platform.

Linux/macOS (Shell) ​

The fastest way to install promptcmd on Linux or macOS:

bash
curl -LsSf https://installer.promptcmd.sh | sh

This installer will:

  • Download the latest version for your platform
  • Install the promptcmd and promptctl binaries
  • Add the installation directory to your PATH

macOS (Homebrew) ​

If you prefer using Homebrew:

bash
brew install tgalal/tap/promptcmd

This method integrates with Homebrew's update system:

bash
# Update promptcmd
brew upgrade promptcmd

Windows (PowerShell) ​

Run this command in PowerShell

powershell
irm https://installer-ps.promptcmd.sh | iex

This will download and install promptcmd to your system.

Windows (MSI) ​

Download the MSI installer from the releases page and run it.

  1. Go to GitHub Releases
  2. Download the .msi file for Windows
  3. Double-click to install
  4. Follow the installation wizard

Verifying Installation ​

After installation, verify that promptcmd is correctly installed by checking the version installed.

bash
promptctl --version

INFO

Depending on the installation method, you may need to restart your shell first.

Troubleshooting ​

Command Not Found ​

If you get a "command not found" error after installation, ensure the installation directory is in your PATH:

Linux/macOS ​

Add this to your ~/.bashrc, ~/.zshrc, or shell config:

bash
export PATH="$HOME/.promptcmd/bin:$PATH"

Then reload your shell:

bash
source ~/.bashrc  # or ~/.zshrc

Windows ​

The installer should automatically add to PATH. If not:

  1. Search for "Environment Variables" in Windows Settings
  2. Edit your user PATH variable
  3. Add the promptcmd installation directory
  4. Restart your terminal

Permission Denied ​

On Linux/macOS, if you encounter permission errors:

bash
chmod +x ~/.local/bin/promptcmd ~/.local/bin/promptctl