Install on Windows
Installing Line CLI with PowerShell on Windows.
- Can I install Line CLI for every user on a Windows PC?The installer is per-user: it installs to the current user's profile and updates that user's PATH. Each user runs the installer.FAQ
- Can I install Line CLI from Git Bash, MSYS or Cygwin on Windows?The macOS/Linux install script stops on Git Bash, MSYS and Cygwin. Use the PowerShell installer instead; then line works in any terminal.Troubleshooting
- Does Line CLI work on Windows on ARM?Yes. On Windows on ARM devices the installer installs the x64 build of Line CLI, which runs under Windows' built-in emulation.FAQ
- Does the Line CLI sandbox work on Windows?Not yet. The opt-in OS sandbox for shell commands works on Linux and macOS. On Windows, sandbox "on" refuses to run commands.FAQ
- How do I install Line CLI on Windows?Open PowerShell and run irm https://install.clatterlabs.xyz/line.ps1 | iex. Line installs to your user folder and is added to your PATH.How-to
- How do I update Line CLI on Windows?Run line update in a terminal. On Windows, Line swaps the binary safely and keeps the previous one beside it until the next update.How-to
- My antivirus or SmartScreen blocks line.exe. Is it safe?Security tools sometimes flag new command-line programs. The installer verifies every download's checksum; only install from install.clatterlabs.xyz.Troubleshooting
- PowerShell blocks the Line CLI install script. What can I do?If PowerShell refuses to run the installer because of its execution policy, allow scripts for the current session and run the command again.Troubleshooting
- Which shell does Line CLI use to run commands on Windows?On Windows, Line CLI runs shell commands with PowerShell. On macOS and Linux it uses sh. Ask Line for PowerShell syntax if needed.FAQ
- Which Windows terminal works best with Line CLI?Line CLI runs in PowerShell and Windows Terminal. A modern terminal with Unicode and mouse support gives the best experience.FAQ
- Why does Windows say "line is not recognized" after installing?PowerShell windows opened before the install don't see the updated PATH. Open a new terminal, or check that .line\bin is on your user PATH.Troubleshooting
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