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# Excel Installation

> Get Started in 2 minutes

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  *Available on all versions of Excel: Windows app, Mac app, and Excel Online*
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## Step 1: Download Elkar add-in

### Method 1: Direct from Microsoft AppSource

1. Go to [Microsoft AppSource ](https://appsource.microsoft.com/en-us/product/office/WA200008734?tab=Overview)and click on **"Get it now"** button to download Elkar
2. Open Excel, you'll find Elkar icon on the top right in the **Home** tab

### Method 2: From within Excel

1. Open Excel and click the **Home** tab in the ribbon
2. Select **Add-ins**
3. Choose **Store** from the dialog
4. Search for **"Elkar"** in the search box and click on **Add** to download it
5. You'll find Elkar icon on the top right in the **Home** tab

## Step 2: Create your Elkar Account

1. Go to the **Home** tab in Excel
2. Look for the **Elkar** button in the ribbon and click to open Elkar sidebar
3. **Sign up or sign in** with your Elkar account
4. Accept the permissions when asked

Elkar needs permission to read and modify your spreadsheet content to provide AI analysis and suggestions.

## Troubleshooting Installation

### Elkar button not appearing

1. Restart Excel completely
2. Check if add-ins are enabled in Excel settings
3. Try installing from Excel for the web first

### Permission errors

1. Ensure you're signed in to Microsoft 365
2. Check with your IT admin about add-in policies
3. Try using Excel for the web if desktop version has restrictions

## Ready to start?

Your installation is complete! Go to the [Quickstart Guide](/getting-started/quickstart) to analyze your first spreadsheet with AI.

**Need help?** Contact our support team at [contact@elkar.co](mailto:contact@elkar.co)

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