Installation and Updates
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System Requirements
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GibbsStudio is available for Windows 64 bit machines. Versions for different operating systems OS (MacOSX and Linux) are in development. If you would like to see these released, please let us know your interest at  *gibbsstudio@barcelonascience.com*.


Setup Installer
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GibbsStudio is installed through the **Online Installer Setup** that can be downloaded from https://gibbsstudio.io/download

After launching the installer, the user should follow the instructions until the installation has finished succesfully.

**PHREEQC does not need to be installed separately**, the latest version of PHREEQC is already included in GibbsStudio.

If you encountered issues with the installation please contact us at *gibbsstudio@barcelonascience.com* and we'll try to help you solve the problem.


Install License
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If you bought a professional license, the activation code can be used in the *"About->Plugin"* menu.

Select a professional plugin and apply the license file in the *License* tab section.

.. image:: images/form_license.png
   :width: 100 %
   :alt: Form License
   :align: center

Stay Updated
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You can ensure you have the last version of GibbsStudio installed by clicking on "About->Check for Updates".

.. image:: images/form_update_menu.png
   :width: 100 %
   :alt: Update Menu
   :align: center


Alternatively, You can launch the installer Setup "YOUR_INSTALLATION_PATH/Setup.exe" and select the "Update Components" option.