# Download & Install

## DOWNLOAD & INSTALL SCATTER (MAC)

### 1. Visit the Scatter website to download Scatter for your operating system.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-Lnx8AeRS3_TtATwOZuV%2F-Lnx8e47FgN-ISKnkQjP%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=a2e412b8-f0f5-430a-b520-da3d5a2eb90e)

Scatter is available for download on MacOS, Windows, or Linux.

### 2. Install Scatter on your Mac by dragging the icon into Applications.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoMr05DGIOVqFenQgZ3%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=b733251c-3578-4b7e-923e-ff2fe0567ea1)

### 3. Open Scatter.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoMv7d01O9e-nuPx7a5%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=7567b069-b1e7-4515-b9d8-acbf801b48f8)

If you get a pop up warning, confirm the download location and press open.

### 4.  Start up Scatter.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoMvLSACdT7PgEouJm0%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=a724ba44-5430-4c7a-8fce-7bf0eb28ffd6)

There are 2 options for you to connect with Scatter;

* **I'm new to blockchain** - Scatter will set you up with a new blockchain account if you don't have any current accounts.
* **I have my own private keys** - If you already have a blockchain account, you can connect to Scatter using your keys by entering them manually.

## SETUP SCATTER - NEW TO BLOCKCHAIN

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoN6LELv-d3wFHoxhkb%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=16510d3c-e745-4233-9d15-38d009d2c440)

### 1. Review the Acceptance of Terms. 

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoMyfzdayR_st3YkUVS%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=e1ecf7f9-db1f-4b1f-a396-24d54f917767)

Click Accept Terms if you have reviewed and agree with the Terms.

### 2. Set a password.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoMzVBezCjIRHVkZfL9%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=816f14b5-5c5a-4046-8f68-a5e1995497e9)

Create a strong password - good tips for a strong password are;

* Minimum of 12 characters 
* Includes numbers (1234567890)
* Includes symbols (!@#$%^&\*)
* Use both upper and lower cases (EoS)

![Scatter will rate the strength of your password by displaying a coloured bar below.](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoN1Ssp3HhkANRszGWZ%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=e3492e19-1445-4b3f-afb4-7db9708e57b2)

Press next once you've set your password.

### 3. Continue by clicking on Start using Scatter.

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### 4. Since there are no accounts associated with the account, you will need to Generate Key or Import Key.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoN5m_9pJWb08nR2CEw%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=5e5feb56-e812-403b-9a12-48bf0e45a569)

For the sake of this tutorial, we will select Generate Key.

### 5. Select the blockchain you'd like to generate keypair for - EOSIO in this case.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoN7NkvgxB5DkimHSgo%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=8e4bfe2a-4419-4945-9de5-0b641afa6a21)

### 6. Export your Private Key.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoN7bx46K9Ah8xU5Hrh%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=2865a464-fc7b-4c95-8138-e9f55e400469)

You can export your private key as text or as a paper wallet (an encrypted QR code). Copy and paste your keypair if you've exported it as text. Save QR as Image in a safe location if you have exported your keypair as an encrypted QR code.

![Private Key as Text](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoN7vEePmnPDL93yBYn%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=1f1f5530-af11-4ac6-ac70-5b001b16421a)

![QR Code Paper Wallet](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoN8-n9CGx4kJxeVno3%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=240ec7e8-1e0f-4116-b47a-2c7d94bc4c9a)

### 7. Go back to the Main Page of Scatter. You can now create an account linked to the keypair you created.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoN9sqASiy1vGEJl3bk%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=82ae9181-ed91-46f5-8977-fe8ba3585c9e)

### 8. Create an account by sending funds from an exchange or another wallet.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoNA1dD9Ns0OKicqDsQ%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=1334bbdb-4a46-4cb6-89b1-419787ec257d)

### 9. Select an Account Name.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoNCsjRT-Fg6agE388c%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=b6437229-949b-4e4e-be5a-c1f8e581ef27)

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoND87DkxZbYunJaZy0%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=13e11efd-f03d-46fb-b7b0-7a6b9c6ed680)

Scatter will indicate whether the account name is taken or not. Keep in mind that the account name must be 12 characters, all lower case and can include numbers from 1-5. 

### 10. Copy the memo and send EOS to makeaccounts to create the account. Click the button on the right hand bottom corner after you've transferred the amount. 

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-Lp56AQHGddWPXU5AQmP%2F-Lp56oXLXwuxKASIXRyB%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=219eae8e-adcb-4a30-8b37-ecc371f1528e)

To create the account, you must send EOS to makeaccounts with the proper memo, otherwise your funds will be lost.

### 12. You will receive a prompt saying Scatter has found the account. Click "Okay".

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-Lp56AQHGddWPXU5AQmP%2F-Lp5CuW8JIN9I9v_KqBx%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=b9f65e84-a55d-44af-b404-7a64ca35567e)

### 13. Confirm that your account has been created and linked to the key pair you created on Scatter.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-Lp56AQHGddWPXU5AQmP%2F-Lp5EaRAWYobvPzBDKa2%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=f611fd9f-05b1-46c5-a852-e00795ecce51)

Your new account name should be listed under the EOSIO Key you have created. 

## SETUP SCATTER - ALREADY HAVE AN ACCOUNT

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoN7D5aftd0Bt_bf51O%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=5072233d-0f80-451b-a410-f69350487e5e)

### 1. Review the Acceptance of Terms.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoMyfzdayR_st3YkUVS%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=e1ecf7f9-db1f-4b1f-a396-24d54f917767)

Click Accept Terms if you have reviewed and agree with the Terms.

### 2. Set a password.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoMzVBezCjIRHVkZfL9%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=816f14b5-5c5a-4046-8f68-a5e1995497e9)

Create a strong password - good tips for a strong password are;

* Minimum of 12 characters 
* Includes numbers (1234567890)
* Includes symbols (!@#$%^&\*)
* Use both upper and lower cases (EoS)

![Scatter will rate the strength of your password by displaying a coloured bar below.](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoN1Ssp3HhkANRszGWZ%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=e3492e19-1445-4b3f-afb4-7db9708e57b2)

Press next once you've set your password.

### 3. Import Keypair.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-Lp56AQHGddWPXU5AQmP%2F-Lp5ITLh2WOXpuUVOxfU%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=a9cc1343-20cd-4a03-94f7-ae318c3888d0)

There are 3 options to import your keypair;

* Text - Manually type in your private key
* Hardware - Connect your hardware (Scatter supports Ledger Nano S or Scatter/LiquidEOS DIY Hardware Wallet)
* QR Code - Scan your QR Code 

Once you input your keypair using one of the methods, it will automatically load the next screen.

### 4.  Continue by clicking on "Start using Scatter".

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-LoMhxMX1lpg2gFUQiUW%2F-LoN2mvGtUMnwnx-s2aG%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=4834301d-c58a-46b4-803c-9c9162608b46)

### 4. Confirm that your account is setup on Scatter.

![](https://2282322751-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Lk1MmQJJu6Qk4vXCaBq%2F-Lp56AQHGddWPXU5AQmP%2F-Lp5EaRAWYobvPzBDKa2%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=f611fd9f-05b1-46c5-a852-e00795ecce51)

Your account name and your public key should be displayed on the Wallet page of Scatter.