> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://manual.xlights.org/xlights/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://manual.xlights.org/xlights/chapters/chapter-two-quick-start-guide/installation.md).

# Installation

## Installation

Download the xLights and QM Vamp Plugins installer from <https://xlights.org/releases/>

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First, install the Queen Mary VAMP plugins which are used used by xLights.

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Second, install the xLights, keep the default settings.

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Installation options are further described in Chapter Three: Installation.