--- title: "Install Homebrew on macOS: A Step-by-Step Tutorial" description: "Explore easy steps to install Homebrew on macOS, enhancing your command-line package management skills for efficient software installations." canonical: "https://adamtheautomator.com/install-homebrew/" --- # Install Homebrew on macOS: A Step-by-Step Tutorial > Explore easy steps to install Homebrew on macOS, enhancing your command-line package management skills for efficient software installations. 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But worry not! A game-changing solution awaits – Homebrew. This guide will take you through a step-by-step process to install Homebrew and mastering Homebrew on macOS. Empower your management prowess and dive into the world of seamless package installation. Let’s get started! ## Prerequisites to Install Homebrew on MacOS Before we embark on this journey, ensure you have: * A macOS computer. For this tutorial, we’ll be using a Mac M1. * XCode Command Line Tools _Other tools like [PuTTY](https://adamtheautomator.com/pageant-putty/) or Telnet also rely on Xcode Command Line Tools for correct functioning._ ## **Setting Up Xcode Command Line Tools** Usually, Xcode Command Line Tools come bundled with Xcode installation. However, if you’re new to Xcode or have uninstalled it, manual installation might be necessary. Follow these steps to proceed: 1\. Open your terminal and execute the following [xcode-select](https://www.manpagez.com/man/1/xcode-select/) command to confirm if Xcode Command Line Tools are installed: ```bash xcode-select -p ``` If the tools are already installed, you’ll see their path specified, typically in the _/Library/Developer/CommandLineTools_ directory. 2\. To verify the success of the previous step, run the `echo $?` command: ```bash echo $? ``` If the exit status is 0, Xcode Command Line Tools are installed. If you encounter an exit status of 1, you’ll need to install them. 3\. To install the tools, use the following command: ```bash xcode-select --install ``` You can also acquire the Xcode Command Line Tools from the [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/xcode/id497799835?mt=12), but the terminal method is recommended due to its efficiency and lightweight nature. 4\. Upon prompt, click “Install” to commence installation: ![Starting the installation process](https://adamtheautomator.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/image-759.png) Starting the installation process 5\. Accept the software license agreement by clicking “Agree” and kickstart the installation, which might take a few minutes: ![Accepting the license agreement](https://adamtheautomator.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/image-760.png) Accepting the license agreement 6\. Verify the installation by running the following commands: ```bash gcc -v make -v xcode-select -p ``` ## **Unlocking Homebrew’s Potential on macOS** Now that Xcode Command Line Tools are at your disposal let’s move forward and explore the world of Homebrew. It’s time to unleash its power and seamlessly manage packages on your macOS. 1\. Install Homebrew on macOS by executing the command below: This command downloads the Homebrew installation script (install.sh) from the Homebrew GitHub repository and executes it: * The `-c` option instructs the terminal to run the subsequent command. * The `-fsSL` flag directs the curl command to fetch the URL without errors, follow redirects, and display a progress bar during download. ```bash /bin/bash -c "$(curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Homebrew/install/master/install.sh)" ``` 2\. The installation script begins by checking the prerequisites, like the operating system, user permissions, and the Xcode Command Line Tools. If everything is in order, installation commences: ![Prerequisites check during Homebrew installation](https://adamtheautomator.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/image-761.png) Prerequisites check during Homebrew installation 3\. Upon successful installation, a message stating “`Installation successful!`” is displayed. This indicates that Homebrew is now a part of your macOS environment: ![Successful Homebrew installation](https://adamtheautomator.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/image-762.png) Successful Homebrew installation 4\. You can also verify the installation by checking the Homebrew version: ```bash brew --version ``` With Homebrew successfully installed, you’re now equipped to manage various packages on your macOS system effortlessly. Stay tuned for the next part of this series, where we’ll explore package management commands and how to install, update, and uninstall packages using Homebrew. 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