Set up Claude Code on Mac
Claude Code installed, logged in, and ready inside a project folder.
First win
Claude Code opens in Terminal.
Best for
Claude Code starters
Needs
Mac, Claude account
Example outcome
Claude Code is installed and ready.
Setup projects use a verification receipt: the command works, login is visible, and the next prompt can start safely.
% claude --version
Claude Code 1.x installed
% claude
Opening Claude Code in this folder...
/status
Logged in • ready for a first project