> ## Knowledge Base Index
> Fetch the complete knowledge base index at: https://support.mixin.one/sitemap.xml
> Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further.
> Pure-Markdown content can be obtained by appending a '.md' suffix to the content URLs listed in the sitemap (without the trailing slash).

# Mixin Messenger Desktop User Guide

Mixin Messenger Desktop supports Windows, macOS, and Ubuntu systems. You can install it according to your device’s operating system.

| ⚠️ Mixin Desktop supports chat functions only. To use wallet features, please use the mobile version!

### Download

You can download the appropriate desktop version for your operating system from the [official website](https://messenger.mixin.one/download).

### Logging In

When logging in to the desktop version for the first time, you must log into Mixin Messenger on your mobile device first, then scan the QR code displayed on your desktop app and enter your PIN to confirm the login.

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### Desktop Features
* Display Avatars in Group Chats
* Display Mixin IDs in Group Chats

How to enable: Click your username (top-left corner) > Appearance, then enable > **Show Avatars** and **Show Identity Number** options.

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