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Aiverything Installation and Setup Guide

📋 Table of Contents


💻 System Requirements

Minimum System Requirements

Operating System

  • Windows 10 (Version 1809 or higher)
  • Windows 11 (All versions)
  • System Architecture: 64-bit (x64)
  • 32-bit Systems: Not supported

Hardware Requirements

  • Processor: Intel Core i3 or AMD Ryzen 3 and above
  • Memory: Minimum 4GB RAM, recommended 8GB and above
  • Storage Space: At least 500MB available space
  • Graphics Card:
    • Dedicated GPU: GTX 1060 / RX 580 or higher (optional, for GPU acceleration)

Software Dependencies

  • Visual C++ Redistributable: 2015-2022 version
  • WebView2 Runtime: For plugin interface display
  • Java Runtime Environment: Built-in Java 21 runtime

Optimal Performance Configuration

  • Operating System: Windows 11 latest version
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 and above
  • Memory: 16GB RAM or more
  • Storage: SSD solid state drive
  • Graphics Card:
    • NVIDIA: GTX 1660 or higher (supports CUDA acceleration)
    • AMD: RX 6600 or higher (supports OpenCL acceleration)

Large File Indexing Configuration

If you need to index more than 1 million files, recommend:

  • Memory: 32GB RAM
  • Storage: NVMe SSD
  • Graphics Card: RTX 3060 or higher

📥 Download Preparation

Official Download Channels

Primary Download Sources

  1. GitHub Release (Recommended)

  2. Quark Cloud Drive

File Description

  • File Name Format: aiverything_x.x.x_x64-setup.exe
  • File Size: Approximately 180-200MB
  • File Type: Windows executable installer

🔧 Installation Steps

Step 1: Download Installation Package

  1. Visit Download Page

    • Choose appropriate download source from official channels
    • Select the latest stable version
  2. Download File

    • Click download link
    • Wait for download completion
    • File size approximately 180-200MB

Step 2: Execute Installation

  1. Launch Installation Program

    • Double-click aiverything_x.x.x_x64-setup.exe
    • Wait for installer to load
  2. Welcome Screen

    • Read welcome information
    • Click "Next" to continue
  3. License Agreement

    • Carefully read the license agreement
    • Check "I accept the license agreement"
    • Click "Next"
  4. Choose Installation Location

    • Default installation path: C:\Program Files\Aiverything
    • Click "Browse" to select another location
    • Ensure target location has sufficient space
    • Click "Next"
  5. Start Installation

    • Click "Install" to begin installation process
    • Wait for installation completion
    • Installation time approximately 1-3 minutes
  6. Complete Installation

    • Completion screen will appear after installation
    • Option to "Launch Aiverything immediately"
    • Click "Finish" to exit installer

🚀 First Launch

Initial Setup Process

  1. First Launch

    • Application will automatically start building file index
    • First indexing may take several minutes
    • System tray will display Aiverything icon
  2. Permission Requests

    • Grant necessary file system permissions
    • Allow network access (for AI features)
    • Confirm system integration settings
  3. Initial Configuration

    • Select drives to index
    • Configure file type filters
    • Set performance preferences
    • Choose interface language

Index Building Process

What Happens During Indexing

  • File Discovery: Scan selected drives for files
  • Metadata Extraction: Collect file information
  • Content Analysis: Process file contents (if enabled)
  • Index Creation: Build searchable database

Indexing Progress Indicators

  • Progress Bar: Shows completion percentage
  • File Counter: Number of files processed
  • Speed Indicator: Files processed per second
  • Estimated Time: Remaining time to completion

Optimizing First Index

  • Close Unnecessary Programs: Free up system resources
  • Use SSD: Faster storage improves indexing speed
  • Enable GPU Acceleration: If available
  • Exclude Large Folders: Skip unnecessary directories

🎯 Launch Methods

  • Default Hotkey: Ctrl + Shift + Alt + A
  • Customizable: Change in settings if needed
  • Works Anywhere: Functions in any application
  • Instant Access: Fastest way to search

System Tray

  • Tray Icon: Look for Aiverything icon in system tray
  • Right-click Menu: Access all functions
  • Left-click: Open search interface
  • Double-click: Show main window

Start Menu

  • Windows Start Menu: Find "Aiverything" in programs list
  • Search: Type "Aiverything" in Windows search
  • Pin to Taskbar: For quick access
  • Desktop Shortcut: Created during installation

Command Line

bash
# Launch from command line
"C:\Program Files\Aiverything\aiverything.exe"

# Launch with specific parameters
aiverything.exe --search "query"
aiverything.exe --settings

🗑️ Uninstall Program

Standard Uninstallation

Windows Settings Uninstall

  1. Open Windows Settings (Win + I)
  2. Go to "Apps" or "Apps & features"
  3. Find "Aiverything" in the list
  4. Click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow prompts to complete uninstallation

Control Panel Uninstall

  1. Open Control Panel
  2. Click "Programs" or "Programs and Features"
  3. Find "Aiverything"
  4. Click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow prompts to complete uninstallation

❓ Common Issues

Installation Issues

Q1: "Administrator privileges required" during installation

Solution:

  1. Right-click the installer
  2. Select "Run as administrator"
  3. Click "Yes" in UAC prompt

Q2: "File corrupted" during installation

Solution:

  1. Re-download the installation package
  2. Check network connection stability
  3. Temporarily disable antivirus software
  4. Use a different download source

Q3: Cannot start after installation

Solution:

  1. Check if system is 64-bit
  2. Install Visual C++ Redistributable
  3. Update graphics drivers
  4. Run program with administrator privileges

Launch Issues

Q4: Hotkey not responding

Solution:

  1. Check if other programs are using the hotkey
  2. Reset hotkey combination
  3. Run program with administrator privileges
  4. Restart computer

Q5: No icon in system tray

Solution:

  1. Check taskbar settings
  2. Ensure program is running
  3. Restart program
  4. Check system tray area settings

Q6: First indexing takes too long

Solution:

  1. This is normal, please be patient
  2. Exclude unnecessary folders in index settings
  3. Using SSD can accelerate indexing
  4. Ensure sufficient memory space

Performance Issues

Q7: Program starts slowly

Solution:

  1. Restart computer
  2. Clean system junk files
  3. Close unnecessary background programs
  4. Check if hard disk space is sufficient

Q8: Search speed is slow

Solution:

  1. Wait for indexing to complete
  2. Enable GPU acceleration
  3. Increase system memory
  4. Optimize index settings

Functionality Issues

Q9: Double Ctrl function not working

Solution:

  1. Enable this function in settings
  2. Check if keyboard supports it
  3. Adjust double-click time interval
  4. Restart program

Q10: Cannot search certain files

Solution:

  1. Check if files are within index range
  2. Confirm files are not ignored
  3. Manually update index
  4. Check file permissions

📞 Getting Help

Official Support

Documentation Resources

  • User Manual: Detailed usage instructions
  • FAQ: Frequently asked questions
  • Video Tutorials: Operation demonstration videos

Community Support

  • QQ Group: 893463594
  • GitHub Issues: Bug reports and suggestions
  • Official Forum: User communication platform

Contact Information

Feedback and Suggestions

Bug Reports

Please provide the following information:

  1. Operating system version
  2. Program version number
  3. Detailed problem description
  4. Steps to reproduce
  5. Error screenshots or logs

Feature Requests

  • Describe the desired functionality
  • Explain use cases and benefits
  • Provide mockups or examples if possible
  • Submit through GitHub Issues

Additional Resources

Performance Optimization

  • Hardware Recommendations: Optimal system configurations
  • Settings Guide: Best performance settings
  • Troubleshooting: Common performance issues

Advanced Usage

  • Search Syntax: Advanced search techniques
  • Plugin Development: Creating custom plugins
  • API Documentation: Integration possibilities

🎉 Welcome to Aiverything!

Congratulations on successfully installing Aiverything! You're now ready to experience lightning-fast file search with AI-powered features.

Next Steps

  1. Complete Initial Indexing: Let the system finish building your file index
  2. Explore Basic Features: Try the global hotkey and basic search
  3. Read User Guide: Learn advanced search techniques
  4. Join Community: Connect with other users for tips and support

Quick Start Tips

  • Use Ctrl + Shift + Alt + A to open search anytime
  • Try natural language queries like "find my photos from last week"
  • Enable GPU acceleration for better performance
  • Explore the plugin system for extended functionality

Thank you for choosing Aiverything! We're excited to help you discover a new level of file search efficiency.