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

# MechAI for Onshape

> Install, sign in, and run your first AI workflow.

## Install

Add MechAI to your Onshape workspace from the [app store listing](https://cad.onshape.com/appstore/apps/Design%20&%20Documentation/69180f246bbdc64e50256ad9).

<Steps>
  <Step title="Subscribe to MechAI">
    On the app store page, click **Subscribe**.

    ![MechAI listing in the Onshape app store](https://mechai.b-cdn.net/onshape-subscribe.png)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose the free plan">
    On the next screen, click **Get for free**.

    ![Select MechAI free plan](https://mechai.b-cdn.net/onshape-seats.png)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Close the confirmation dialog">
    When the **Subscribed to MechAI** dialog appears, click **Close**.

    ![Subscribed to MechAI confirmation dialog](https://mechai.b-cdn.net/onshape-confirm.png)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm installation">
    Return to your Onshape workspace and confirm the MechAI app appears in the right-side app bar.

    ![Onshape workspace with MechAI in the right-side app bar](https://mechai.b-cdn.net/onshape-install.png)
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Sign in or create an account

MechAI access is tied to your work email. In the panel, use **Sign up** for your first visit, or **Sign in** if you've already created an account.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open MechAI">
    In the Onshape app bar, open **MechAI**. The right-side panel opens to the sign in screen.

    ![MechAI panel in Onshape on sign in page](https://mechai.b-cdn.net/onshape-sign-in.png)

    **Sign in with Google** or your email and password. If you don't yet have an account, use the next step.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sign up if you're new">
    If you still need an account, click **Don't have an account? Sign Up** at the bottom of the sign-in panel.

    ![MechAI panel showing Create your account with Sign up with Google and Sign Up](https://mechai.b-cdn.net/onshape-sign-up.png)

    Complete the form with **Sign up with Google** or email and a new password, then click **Sign Up**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Allow third-party cookies

MechAI needs third-party cookies to authenticate inside Onshape. If the panel won't load, you see a cookie warning, or sign-in loops, allow third-party cookies in your browser and try again.

### Google Chrome

1. In Chrome, click the Chrome menu icon in the upper right.
2. Click **Settings**.
3. In the **Privacy and security** section, click **Third-party cookies**.
4. Select **Allow third-party cookies**.
5. Make sure **Block third-party cookies** is not selected.

### Safari

1. In Safari, open the **Safari** menu and select **Settings**.
2. Select **Privacy**.
3. Disable **Prevent cross-site tracking**.
4. Select **Advanced**.
5. Disable **Block all cookies**.

### Firefox

1. In Firefox, open the menu and go to **Settings** > **Privacy & Security**.
2. Under **Enhanced Tracking Protection**, select **Standard**.
3. Do not use **Strict** or an overly restrictive custom setting.
4. If you use **Custom**, make sure cookies are not fully blocked.

### Edge

1. In Edge, select **Settings and more** in the upper right.
2. Select **Settings**.
3. In the left sidebar, select **Privacy, search, and services**.
4. Select **Cookies**.
5. Disable **Block third-party cookies**.
6. Restart Edge.

## Troubleshooting

Still having issues? Email **[team@trymechai.com](mailto:team@trymechai.com)** and we'll help.