Install Pieces via AppInstaller on Windows | Pieces Docs

Install Pieces via AppInstaller on Windows. The recommended method that automatically installs PiecesOS alongside the Desktop App.

AppInstaller (Recommended)

The AppInstaller method is the recommended way to install Pieces on Windows. It automatically installs PiecesOS alongside the Pieces Desktop App.

*Recommended Method*

Windows 10 (1809) or higher required.

PiecesOS is a **required** Core Dependency. When using the AppInstaller method, PiecesOS will be installed automatically alongside the Pieces Desktop App—there is no need to download it separately.

Install the AppInstaller

Open your **Downloads** folder (or wherever you saved the installer) and look for the `.appinstaller` file you just downloaded. Double-click the `.appinstaller` file to launch the installation wizard. If prompted by Windows' User Account Control, click `Yes` to allow the installer to make changes.

System Requirements

Component	Minimum	Recommended	Notes
OS Version	Windows 10 (1809)	Windows 11	64-bit required.
CPU	Any modern CPU	Multi-core CPU	Avoid dual-core processors—aim for at least a 4-core CPU.
RAM (Local Mode)	8 GB total system RAM with 2 GB free	16 GB total system RAM or more	Applies when PiecesOS is running locally.
RAM (Cloud Mode)	8 GB total system RAM with 1 GB free	16 GB total system RAM or more	Applies when PiecesOS is running in cloud mode.
Disk Space	2 GB minimum (1 GB for PiecesOS + 0.5–1 GB for data), with at least 4 GB free	8 GB with at least 6 GB free or more	Ensure additional free space for data storage and future growth.

See our guide on determining your OS version.

**Don't install** Pieces or PiecesOS to **OneDrive** or other **cloud-synced** folders (Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.)—sync can interfere with installs and updates. Use the **default path** on a local drive.

Next Steps

After installation, explore Conversational Search to start chatting with your memories, or configure Long-Term Memory to customize how Pieces captures your workflow context.

If you encounter issues, see Windows troubleshooting for common solutions.