Install Pieces on Windows | Complete Setup Guide

Get started with Pieces on Windows – install via AppInstaller, EXE, or WinGet, then configure and optimize your setup for AI-powered development.

Install Pieces for Windows

Choose your installation method below. AppInstaller is recommended for most users.

Installs Pieces Desktop and PiecesOS with automatic updates. Standalone installer for the Pieces Desktop App. Install via the Windows Package Manager.

Requirements

  • Windows 10 (1809) or higher
  • 64-bit processor
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Updating

Pieces automatically downloads and installs updates. When you check for updates from either the Desktop App or the PiecesOS Quick Menu, both apps update together.

From the Desktop App

Click your profile or username in the top-left corner of the Pieces Desktop App. Click `Check for Updates` in the dropdown menu. If an update is available, follow the on-screen prompt to install it, then restart when complete.

Profile menu in the Pieces Desktop App with Check for Updates

From the PiecesOS Quick Menu

Click the Pieces icon in your system tray. Click `You're up to date` to trigger a check. If an update is available, follow the prompt to install.

PiecesOS Quick Menu showing your current version and update status

Pieces often downloads updates automatically and notifies you when a new version is ready. Use either method above to check manually.

Uninstalling

Open Settings, then find Apps and search Pieces.

Two applications will appear—Pieces Desktop and PiecesOS. Click the three dots to the right of each application title and click Uninstall.

Uninstalling Pieces and PiecesOS from Windows Settings

Additional Resources

See the Windows troubleshooting guide or reach out to support for help.