> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.trysemoia.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quickstart

> Connect OpenNote to your AI tools in minutes

This guide shows you how to connect **OpenNote** to your AI tools using the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

## Prerequisites

Before you start, make sure you have:

1. **Node.js**: Install Node.js 20+.
2. **pnpm**: Install pnpm 10+ (used by the web app).

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## Quick Setup (Recommended)

Install the CLI and initialize OpenNote:

```bash theme={null}
npm install -g github:eliophan/opennote#main
opennote install
```

Then install MCP config:

```bash theme={null}
opennote mcp install
```

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## Alternative: Shell Script

If you prefer using a shell script:

```bash Terminal theme={null}
curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/eliophan/opennote/main/install.sh | bash
```

After install, add MCP config:

```bash theme={null}
opennote mcp install
```

Manual client setup is covered in the **Manual Configuration** tab.

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## What's Next?

Once installed, your AI agent will have access to new specialized tools:

* **Notebooks**: Long-term memory for project details. [Learn more](/features/notebooks)
* **Jots**: Quick capture for ideas and tasks. [Learn more](/features/jots)
* **Search**: Find relevant notebooks and jots fast.

Use `opennote setup` if you want to enable embeddings later.