Installing Orb on Windows
This guide will walk you through the process of installing the Orb app on your Windows PC.
System Requirements
- Windows 10 (64-bit) or Windows 11
Installation Steps
Step 1: Download the Orb Installer
- On your Windows machine, download the Windows app and installer Windows Installer
- Wait for the installer to download completely
Step 2: Run the Installer
- Locate the downloaded file in your Downloads folder
- Double click on the file to run the installer
- If you see a warning about an unrecognized app, click "More info" and then "Run anyway"
- If prompted by User Account Control, click "Yes" to allow the installation
- Follow the on-screen instructions in the installer
- Click "Finish" when the installation is complete
Step 3: First Launch
- The Orb app should launch automatically after installation
- If not, you can find it in the Start menu or on your desktop
- The app will guide you through the initial setup process
Step 4: Onboarding and Permissions
When you open the app for the first time, you will be guided through the onboarding process. This includes a series of information modals and permission requests. We also recommend that you create an Orb account to access all features of the app.
Troubleshooting
SmartScreen Warning
If Windows SmartScreen shows a warning:
- Click "More info"
- Click "Run anyway"
Installation Fails
If the installation fails:
- Check that you have enough free disk space
- Temporarily disable your antivirus software and try again
- Try downloading the installer again in case the file was corrupted