> ## Documentation Index
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# MechAI for SolidWorks

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

## Install

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open PowerShell as Administrator">
    Click Start (<Icon icon="windows" iconType="brands" size={16} />), type **PowerShell**, right-click it, and select **Run as administrator**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Run the installer">
    Paste this command and press **Enter**.

    ```powershell theme={null}
    irm https://app.trymechai.com/install/solidworks.ps1 | iex
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step title="Restart SolidWorks when prompted">
    If SolidWorks is open, the installer requires a restart to register properly.
  </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 SolidWorks Task Pane, open **MechAI**. The panel opens to the sign in screen.

    ![MechAI sign in screen in SolidWorks](https://mechai.b-cdn.net/sw-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 sign up screen in SolidWorks](https://mechai.b-cdn.net/sw-sign-up.png)

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

## Uninstall

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open PowerShell as Administrator">
    Click Start (<Icon icon="windows" iconType="brands" size={16} />), type **PowerShell**, right-click it, and select **Run as administrator**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Run the uninstaller">
    Paste this command and press **Enter**.

    ```powershell theme={null}
    irm https://app.trymechai.com/uninstall/solidworks.ps1 | iex
    ```
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Troubleshooting

If installation fails, make sure PowerShell is running as Administrator and try again.

Still having issues? Email **[team@trymechai.com](mailto:team@trymechai.com)**.