Minimum System Requirements (Remote AI):Windows/Linux -> CPU: 2 Cores | RAM: 8 GB | GPU: Not RequiredMacOs -> Processor M1+ (Not Intel compatible)
Minimum System Requirements (w/ Local AI):Windows/Linux -> CPU: 4 Cores | RAM: 8 GB | GPU: NVIDIA or AMD with 4GB VRAMMacOs -> Processor M1+ (Not Intel compatible)

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Shinkai Desktop App

Getting started with Shinkai is quick and easy. Follow these steps to install and set up Shinkai on your device.

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1. Download the app to your device.

Visit the Shinkai website and click on the “Download” button. Shinkai supports Windows and Mac platforms (Linux coming soon).

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2. Install the app

Once downloaded, run the installation file and follow the on-screen instructions to install Shinkai.

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3. Launch Shinkai

After installation, open the Shinkai app. The first time you launch it, this will be the main screen that you’ll see.