> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://anaconda.com/docs/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Getting started with Anaconda export const BeginnerGlasses = () => { return ; }; export const InstallerSelector = () => { const [selectedProduct, setSelectedProduct] = React.useState(null); const [selectedOS, setSelectedOS] = React.useState(null); const [selectedInstallerType, setSelectedInstallerType] = React.useState(null); const products = [{ id: 'anaconda', name: 'Anaconda Distribution', description: 'Contains the conda package manager and 600+ packages', recommended: true }, { id: 'miniconda', name: 'Miniconda', description: 'A minimal installer for Anaconda Distribution', recommended: false }]; const operatingSystems = [{ id: 'windows', name: 'Windows', icon: , description: 'For Windows 10 or later', recommended: true }, { id: 'macos', name: 'macOS', icon: , description: 'For macOS 10.12 or later', recommended: true }, { id: 'linux', name: 'Linux', icon: , description: 'For most Linux distributions', recommended: false }]; const installerTypes = [{ id: 'graphical', name: 'graphical installer', displayName: 'Graphical installer', description: 'Easy-to-use installer with visual interface', recommended: true }, { id: 'cli', name: 'CLI installer', displayName: 'CLI installer', description: 'Command-line installer for advanced users', recommended: false }]; const handleOSSelect = osId => { setSelectedOS(osId); setSelectedProduct(null); setSelectedInstallerType(null); }; const handleProductSelect = productId => { setSelectedProduct(productId); setSelectedInstallerType(null); }; const handleInstallerTypeSelect = typeId => { setSelectedInstallerType(typeId); }; const getDocumentationPageName = () => { if (!selectedProduct || !selectedOS || !selectedInstallerType && selectedOS !== 'linux') { return null; } const productName = products.find(p => p.id === selectedProduct)?.name; const osName = operatingSystems.find(osItem => osItem.id === selectedOS)?.name; if (selectedOS === 'linux') { return `${productName} ${osName} CLI installer`; } const installerTypeName = installerTypes.find(t => t.id === selectedInstallerType)?.name; return `${productName} ${osName} ${installerTypeName}`; }; const shouldShowProduct = () => { return selectedOS !== null; }; const shouldShowInstallerType = () => { return selectedProduct && selectedOS && selectedOS !== 'linux'; }; const isFlowComplete = () => { if (!selectedOS || !selectedProduct) return false; if (selectedOS === 'linux') return true; return selectedInstallerType !== null; }; const getDocumentationUrl = () => { if (!selectedProduct || !selectedOS || !selectedInstallerType && selectedOS !== 'linux') { return '#'; } const urlMap = { 'anaconda-windows-graphical': '/docs/getting-started/anaconda/install/windows-gui-install', 'anaconda-windows-cli': '/docs/getting-started/anaconda/install/windows-cli-install', 'anaconda-macos-graphical': '/docs/getting-started/anaconda/install/mac-gui-install', 'anaconda-macos-cli': '/docs/getting-started/anaconda/install/mac-cli-install', 'anaconda-linux-cli': '/docs/getting-started/anaconda/install/linux-install', 'miniconda-windows-graphical': '/docs/getting-started/miniconda/install/windows-gui-install', 'miniconda-windows-cli': '/docs/getting-started/miniconda/install/windows-cli-install', 'miniconda-macos-graphical': '/docs/getting-started/miniconda/install/mac-gui-install', 'miniconda-macos-cli': '/docs/getting-started/miniconda/install/mac-cli-install', 'miniconda-linux-cli': '/docs/getting-started/miniconda/install/linux-install' }; let key = `${selectedProduct}-${selectedOS}`; if (selectedOS !== 'linux') { key += `-${selectedInstallerType}`; } else { key += '-cli'; } const url = urlMap[key]; if (url && url.startsWith('/docs/getting-started/')) { return url; } return '#'; }; return
{}
The guide you select using the options below will explain how to download and install your distribution. Select the cards to choose the right install instructions for you.
{}

Step 1: Select operating system

{operatingSystems.map(osItem => handleOSSelect(osItem.id)} onKeyDown={e => { if (e.key === 'Enter' || e.key === ' ') { e.preventDefault(); handleOSSelect(osItem.id); } }} tabIndex={0} role="button" aria-pressed={selectedOS === osItem.id} aria-label={`Select ${osItem.name} operating system`} className={`card block font-normal group relative my-2 ring-2 ring-transparent rounded-2xl bg-white dark:bg-background-dark overflow-hidden w-full cursor-pointer focus:outline-2 focus:outline-primary focus:outline-offset-2 ${selectedOS === osItem.id ? 'border-2 border-primary dark:border-primary-dark bg-primary/5' : 'border border-gray-950/10 dark:border-white/10 hover:border-primary dark:hover:border-primary-dark'}`}> {osItem.recommended &&
}
{osItem.icon}

{osItem.name}

{osItem.description}
)}
{} {shouldShowProduct() &&

Step 2: Select distribution installer

For help deciding, see{' '} Choosing between Anaconda Distribution and Miniconda .
{products.map(product => handleProductSelect(product.id)} onKeyDown={e => { if (e.key === 'Enter' || e.key === ' ') { e.preventDefault(); handleProductSelect(product.id); } }} tabIndex={0} role="button" aria-pressed={selectedProduct === product.id} aria-label={`Select ${product.name}`} className={`card block font-normal group relative my-2 ring-2 ring-transparent rounded-2xl bg-white dark:bg-background-dark overflow-hidden w-full cursor-pointer focus:outline-2 focus:outline-primary focus:outline-offset-2 ${selectedProduct === product.id ? 'border-2 border-primary dark:border-primary-dark bg-primary/5' : 'border border-gray-950/10 dark:border-white/10 hover:border-primary dark:hover:border-primary-dark'}`}> {product.recommended &&
}

{product.name}

{product.description}
)}
} {} {shouldShowInstallerType() &&

Step 3: Select installer file type

{installerTypes.map(type => handleInstallerTypeSelect(type.id)} onKeyDown={e => { if (e.key === 'Enter' || e.key === ' ') { e.preventDefault(); handleInstallerTypeSelect(type.id); } }} tabIndex={0} role="button" aria-pressed={selectedInstallerType === type.id} aria-label={`Select ${type.name}`} className={`card block font-normal group relative my-2 ring-2 ring-transparent rounded-2xl bg-white dark:bg-background-dark overflow-hidden w-full cursor-pointer focus:outline-2 focus:outline-primary focus:outline-offset-2 ${selectedInstallerType === type.id ? 'border-2 border-primary dark:border-primary-dark bg-primary/5' : 'border border-gray-950/10 dark:border-white/10 hover:border-primary dark:hover:border-primary-dark'}`}> {type.recommended &&
}

{type.displayName}

{type.description}
)}
} {} {isFlowComplete() &&

Selected:{' '} {getDocumentationPageName()}

} {}
{selectedOS !== 'linux' &&
}
; }; export const Beginner = ({children}) => { return
{children}
; }; Whether you're new to programming or a seasoned developer, this page will help you get started with Anaconda's tools for package and environment management. New to programming or not sure where to start? The icon indicates Anaconda's recommended path for beginners! ## Choose your install instructions Just looking for the installers? Navigate to [anaconda.com/download](https://www.anaconda.com/download?utm_source=anacondadocs\&utm_medium=documentation\&utm_campaign=download\&utm_content=installwindows), create a free Anaconda account, and then download an installer for your system. ## Choose how you want to work with conda Anaconda Navigator provides a graphical user interface (GUI) to interface with conda, without using the command line. If you prefer working at the command line, you can interface with conda directly through [Anaconda Prompt](/reference/glossary#anaconda-prompt) (Windows) or your system's terminal (macOS and Linux) after you complete your installation. Anaconda Navigator is not included with Miniconda. Follow the instructions on [Installing Navigator](/tools/anaconda-navigator/install) to manually install Navigator onto your computer.
Manage packages and environments with a desktop application Use command-line tools for package and environment management ## Learning resources Now that you're set up, explore these resources based on your experience level. ### Beginner topics Learn fundamental concepts about conda, packages, environments, and channels Follow this tutorial if you're new to conda or love fun facts 🐮💬 Take this free course covering packages, environments, and Jupyter Notebooks ### Advanced topics Set up PyCharm, VS Code, and other popular IDEs Access in-depth technical resources for using conda Advance your skills with courses and certifications