> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.stewdio.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Connect your assistant

> Set up Stewdio in a supported assistant and verify your connection.

You need a Stewdio account and an assistant that supports Stewdio's connection. The Stewdio desktop application is optional.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Follow the installation guide">
    Open the [Stewdio installation guide](https://github.com/StewdioAI/plugin/blob/main/INSTALL.md) and follow the instructions for your assistant.

    You can also paste this prompt into your assistant:

    ```text theme={null}
    Read https://raw.githubusercontent.com/StewdioAI/plugin/main/INSTALL.md and help me set up Stewdio.
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sign in to Stewdio">
    Complete the sign-in flow using the account you want to create Files with.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Check the connection">
    Ask your assistant:

    ```text theme={null}
    List my Stewdio Files.
    ```

    You should receive your File list, which can be empty if you have not created any Files yet.
  </Step>
</Steps>

Once connected, [create your first File](/quickstart). If tools or Files are missing, see [troubleshooting](/troubleshooting).


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