docs/compose/install/index.md

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On this page you can find information on how to get and install Compose.

Install Compose

If you have Docker Desktop, you've got a full Docker installation, including Compose.

You can check this by clicking on About Docker Desktop from the Docker menu {: .inline}.

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New Docker Installation

If you haven’t yet installed Docker Desktop:

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Platform	Docker Desktop
Linux (64-bit)	{{ yes }} Install
Mac	{{ yes }} Install
Windows	{{ yes }} Install

Pre-existing Docker Installation

If you have a Docker installation on Linux to which you want to add the Compose plugin, you can choose one of these options:

• Install using the repository
• Install the plugin manually

Other install scenarios

For other options, see Other install scenarios.

Where to go next

• Getting Started
• Command line reference
• Compose file reference
• Sample apps with Compose

Feedback

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