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How to install Comfyui Desktop

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing ComfyUI Desktop, the official desktop application for Windows (NVIDIA GPU required) and macOS (Apple Silicon chips). As a Beta release, instability may occur – technical users are encouraged to experiment, while others should opt for the portable version. Key sections include: * Prerequisites: System compatibility checks & 15GB free disk space * Quick Setup: ① Run installer → ② Select location → ③ Migrate existing projects (optional) → ④ Configure preferences * Critical Notes: VPN needed for network-restricted regions during Python setup; custom nodes aren't migratable * Uninstall Methods: Basic removal (preserves models/workflows) vs. complete cleanup Report issues via GitHub with screenshots and logs for efficient troubleshooting.

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ComfyUI Desktop Installation Guide

Compatible Systems:
✅ Windows: NVIDIA GPU required (AMD not supported)
✅ macOS: Apple Silicon chips (M1/M2 or later)
⚠️ Beta Warning: This version may contain bugs. Non-technical users should use the portable version.

1. Download the Installer

Official Sources:

2. Installation Steps

For Windows Users:

  1. Double-click the downloaded .exe file
  2. Installation runs automatically → Desktop shortcut created

For macOS Users:

  1. Open the downloaded .dmg file
  2. Drag ComfyUI Desktop to your Applications folder
    ⚠️ If icon shows a 🚫 symbol → Your Mac isn’t supported

3. Initial Setup

  1. Launch ComfyUI Desktop from desktop (Windows) or Launchpad (macOS)
  2. Select Installation Location:
    • Minimum 15GB free space required
    • Recommended: SSD for faster performance
      (See reference images in original documentation)

Windows version installation interface

Mac version installation interface

  1. Migrate Existing Installation (Optional):
    • Select your previous ComfyUI folder (e.g., D:\ComfyUI_windows_portable\ComfyUI)
    • ✅ Migrated: Models (linked, not copied), user settings, workflows
    • ❌ Not migrated: Custom nodes/plugins

  1. Configure Preferences:
    • ☑️ Enable automatic updates
    • ☑️ Share anonymous usage data (helps improve the app)

4. Troubleshooting

Python Environment Failure:

  • Common cause: Network restrictions blocking GitHub access
  • Solutions:
    1. Use VPN and retry installation
    2. If failed: Click Open Logs → Save error files
    3. Submit logs + screenshots to:

5. Uninstallation

Windows:

MethodStepsResidual Files
BasicSettings > Apps > UninstallKeeps models/outputs
CompleteDelete these + installation folder:
• %AppData%\ComfyUI
• %LocalAppData%\@comfyorgcomfyui-electron-updater		Removes all data

macOS:

MethodStepsResidual Files
BasicDrag app to TrashKeeps models/outputs
CompleteDelete these + installation folder:
~/Library/Application Support/ComfyUI		Removes all data

Support Resources

🔍 Before reporting issues:

  1. Search Official Forum
  2. Check GitHub Issues

When reporting problems:
➤ Always include:

  • Screenshots of errors
  • Log files (Open Logs button)
  • Exact OS and hardware details

Pro Tip: Beta installations may require multiple attempts. Ensure stable internet/VPN access during setup.