Install Claude Code
Claude Code is an AI-powered coding assistant that understands your entire codebase and can work across multiple files and tools. It is available in the terminal, IDEs, desktop apps, and browsers.
Prerequisites
- kineticRouter API Key (sign up to get one — no Claude subscription required)
Terminal CLI
A fully featured CLI for using Claude Code directly in your terminal.
Native Install (Recommended)
macOS / Linux / WSL:
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Windows PowerShell:
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Windows CMD:
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Windows requires Git for Windows to be installed first. The native install will auto-update in the background.
After installation, complete the Model Provider Configuration before starting.
VS Code / Cursor
Provides inline diffs, @-mentions, plan review, and conversation history directly in your editor.
Or search for “Claude Code” in the Extensions view (Cmd+Shift+X / Ctrl+Shift+X). After installation, open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P), type “Claude Code”, and select Open in New Tab.
JetBrains IDE
Supports IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, WebStorm, and more, with interactive diff viewing and selection context sharing.
Install the Claude Code plugin from the JetBrains Marketplace, then restart the IDE.
Verify Installation
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Update & Uninstall
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Next Steps
- Configure Model Provider — Use kineticRouter as the API provider
- CCometixLine Status Bar — Real-time display of Git status, model, and context usage
- Configure Skills — Extend Claude Code capabilities