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---
title: Getting Started
description: Quick start guide to using DropOut Minecraft Launcher
---
# Getting Started
DropOut is a modern, reproducible, and developer-grade Minecraft launcher built with Tauri v2 and Rust. This guide will help you get started with installing and using DropOut.
## Installation
### Download Pre-built Binaries
Download the latest release for your platform from the [Releases](https://github.com/HsiangNianian/DropOut/releases) page.
| Platform | Files |
| -------------- | ----------------------- |
| Linux x86_64 | `.deb`, `.AppImage` |
| Linux ARM64 | `.deb`, `.AppImage` |
| macOS ARM64 | `.dmg` |
| Windows x86_64 | `.msi`, `.exe` |
| Windows ARM64 | `.msi`, `.exe` |
### Linux Installation
#### Using .deb Package
```bash
sudo dpkg -i dropout_*.deb
# Fix dependencies if needed
sudo apt-get install -f
```
#### Using AppImage
```bash
chmod +x dropout_*.AppImage
./dropout_*.AppImage
```
### macOS Installation
1. Open the downloaded `.dmg` file
2. Drag DropOut to your Applications folder
3. If you see a security warning, go to System Preferences → Security & Privacy and allow the app
### Windows Installation
#### Using .msi Installer
1. Double-click the `.msi` file
2. Follow the installation wizard
3. Launch DropOut from the Start Menu
#### Using .exe Portable
1. Double-click the `.exe` file
2. DropOut will run directly without installation
## First Launch
When you first launch DropOut, you'll need to:
1. **Choose Authentication Method**
- **Microsoft Account**: Recommended for official Minecraft
- **Offline Mode**: For testing or offline play
2. **Configure Java Runtime**
- DropOut will automatically detect installed Java versions
- You can download Java directly from the launcher if needed
3. **Select Minecraft Version**
- Browse available Minecraft versions
- Choose vanilla or modded versions (Fabric/Forge)
## Quick Start Tutorial
### 1. Login
<Cards>
<Card
title="Microsoft Account"
description="Login with your official Minecraft account"
/>
<Card
title="Offline Mode"
description="Create a local profile for offline play"
/>
</Cards>
**Microsoft Login:**
1. Click "Login with Microsoft"
2. A device code will be displayed
3. Visit the URL shown and enter the code
4. Authorize the application
5. Return to DropOut - you'll be logged in automatically
**Offline Login:**
1. Click "Offline Mode"
2. Enter a username
3. Click "Create Account"
### 2. Install Minecraft
1. Navigate to the **Versions** tab
2. Browse available Minecraft versions
3. Click on a version to install it
4. Wait for the download to complete
### 3. Launch the Game
1. Go to the **Home** tab
2. Select your desired version from the dropdown
3. Adjust settings if needed:
- Memory allocation (RAM)
- Window resolution
- Java path
4. Click **"Launch Game"**
5. Monitor the launch process in the console
## Next Steps
<Cards>
<Card
title="Features"
href="/docs/features"
description="Learn about all the features DropOut offers"
/>
<Card
title="Instances"
href="/docs/features/instances"
description="Create isolated game environments"
/>
<Card
title="Mod Loaders"
href="/docs/features/mod-loaders"
description="Install and manage Fabric and Forge"
/>
<Card
title="Troubleshooting"
href="/docs/troubleshooting"
description="Common issues and solutions"
/>
</Cards>
## System Requirements
### Minimum Requirements
- **OS**: Windows 10+, macOS 11+, or Linux (Debian-based)
- **RAM**: 4GB (8GB recommended for modded Minecraft)
- **Storage**: 2GB for launcher + game files
- **Java**: Auto-installed by DropOut if not found
### Recommended Requirements
- **OS**: Latest stable version of your OS
- **RAM**: 16GB for optimal performance with mods
- **Storage**: 10GB+ for multiple versions and mods
- **Java**: Java 17 or 21 (managed by DropOut)
## Getting Help
If you encounter issues:
- Check the [Troubleshooting Guide](/docs/troubleshooting)
- Report bugs on [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/HsiangNianian/DropOut/issues)
- Join our community discussions
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