🤖 clui-cc - Run Claude Code from the Command Line

🧭 What is clui-cc?

clui-cc is a Windows app that gives you a simple command line user interface for Claude Code. It helps you work with Claude Code from one place, with a cleaner view and faster access to common actions.

Use it if you want a desktop app feel with command line control. It keeps the setup light and the steps clear.

📥 Download

Visit this page to download the app:

Download clui-cc from the Releases page

On that page, look for the latest release and download the Windows file that matches your system.

🪟 Windows Setup

1. Open the download link above.
2. Find the latest release near the top of the page.
3. Download the Windows file for clui-cc.
4. If the file comes in a .zip, right-click it and choose Extract All.
5. Open the extracted folder.
6. Double-click the app file to start it.

If Windows asks for permission, choose Run or Yes.

✅ What clui-cc helps you do

• Open a simple interface for Claude Code
• Keep your work in one place
• Start tasks without digging through menus
• Use keyboard-driven controls
• Reduce clutter while you work
• Move between commands with less effort

🖥️ System Requirements

clui-cc is built for Windows computers.

Recommended setup:

• Windows 10 or Windows 11
• A recent Intel or AMD processor
• 4 GB RAM or more
• A few hundred MB of free disk space
• Internet access for download and app use
• Claude Code access on your machine

For the best experience, keep Windows updated and close other apps if your computer feels slow.

🛠️ First Run

When you open clui-cc for the first time:

1. Let Windows finish any security prompt.
2. Wait for the app window to appear.
3. Sign in or connect to Claude Code if the app asks you to.
4. Pick your folder or workspace if needed.
5. Start your first command or session.

If the app does not open, check that the download finished fully and that you extracted all files before starting it.

⌨️ Basic Use

clui-cc keeps the workflow simple.

Typical use looks like this:

1. Open the app.
2. Choose the task you want to work on.
3. Type your request or command.
4. Review the output.
5. Continue with the next step.

The app is meant to feel direct and easy to follow. You do not need to learn a large set of options to get started.

🔧 Common Features

• Clean command line style interface
• Quick access to Claude Code actions
• Simple task flow for daily use
• Keyboard-first navigation
• Easy-to-read output
• Lightweight window layout

🧩 Troubleshooting

If something does not work, try these steps:

The app does not open

• Make sure you extracted the files first
• Try right-clicking the app and choosing Run as administrator
• Check whether Windows blocked the file
• Download the release again if the file looks incomplete

The app opens but shows a blank window

• Close the app and open it again
• Check your internet connection
• Make sure Claude Code is available on your machine
• Remove the app, then download the latest release again

Windows says it cannot verify the app

• Open the file again and choose More info if shown
• Select Run anyway only if you downloaded it from the release page above
• Confirm that the file came from the correct GitHub Releases page

The download feels slow

• Use a stable internet connection
• Try again later if GitHub is busy
• Download the file with a wired connection if possible

📁 File Layout After Download

If the release comes as a zip file, you may see:

• clui-cc.exe
• config files
• support folders
• readme or release notes files

Keep all files in the same folder. Do not move only one file out of the folder unless the release notes say it is safe.

🔒 Safety Checks

Before you open the app:

• Confirm that the file came from the official release page
• Keep the full folder together after extraction
• Avoid renaming files unless you need to
• Do not delete support files in the app folder

🧭 Daily Use Tips

• Pin the app to the taskbar for faster access
• Keep your workspace folder easy to find
• Use short commands when you start
• Review output before moving on
• Download the latest release when you want updates

📌 Where to Get Updates

Check the Releases page for new builds:

clui-cc Releases

Open that page from time to time to see the newest Windows download and release notes

📝 Short Path to Start

1. Open the Releases page
2. Download the latest Windows file
3. Extract it if needed
4. Open the app
5. Connect to Claude Code
6. Start using clui-cc