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Before opening Cloze Reader

1. Install Anki.
2. Install AnkiConnect using add-on code 2055492159.
3. Restart and leave Anki open.
4. Install the correct Cloze Reader version for your Mac or Windows computer.

Connect the desktop app

1. Open Settings → Account & Billing in Cloze Reader.
2. Sign in in the browser.
3. Confirm that the browser code matches the app.
4. Approve the connection and return to the app.

If Anki is not detected

Open Anki, wait a few seconds, and choose Refresh Anki. If no decks appear, confirm that AnkiConnect is installed and restart both applications.

If your computer blocks the app

On Mac, open System Settings → Privacy & Security and choose Open Anyway. On Windows, choose More info → Run anyway in Microsoft Defender SmartScreen. This private beta has not yet completed Apple notarization or Windows code signing.

Optional Chrome extension

Download and extract the extension ZIP, open chrome://extensions, enable Developer mode, and choose Load unpacked. Select the extracted folder containing manifest.json. Keep the desktop app open while connecting and sending captures to the Web Inbox.

If account email does not arrive

Check spam, confirm the address is correct, and wait a few minutes before requesting another message. Account messages come from accounts@auth.clozereader.app.

Beta support

Use Settings → Send feedback in the app. Include what you clicked, what you expected, and the complete error message. Never send passwords or secret keys.