Overview
MuscleX can be installed using several methods depending on your platform, technical comfort, and goals. This section provides an overview of the recommended approaches and includes platform-specific guides for each method.
Available Installation Methods
Method |
Best For |
Pros |
Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
Pip |
Most users on Linux/Mac/Windows with Python |
Flexible, easy to update, virtualenv friendly |
May require dev tools or compilers |
Conda |
Users with Anaconda/Miniconda |
Simple dependency management |
Larger install base |
Docker |
Developers or reproducible research environments |
Fully isolated and portable |
Requires Docker; GUI setup needed |
Installers |
Non-technical users on Windows/macOS/Linux |
Easy setup |
Less control, not scriptable |
Suggested Installation Strategy
Try
pip(recommended for most Python users): Use this if you’re comfortable with Python virtual environments and want the latest or specific versions.Use
condaif you prefer dependency resolution handled for you.Use Docker for a fully isolated, repeatable environment.
Use the Linux, Windows or Mac installer if you are a non-technical user and just want a working GUI.