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Android Messages Desktop

Desktop client for Android Messages

For Mac
Official website
Free
CategoryCommunication
PlatformmacOS
InstallationHomebrew
Version6.1.0Catalog version

What is Android Messages Desktop?

Desktop client for Android Messages

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask orangedrangon-android-messages
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How to Install Android Messages Desktop on Mac

Follow these steps to install Android Messages Desktop using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

  1. 1

    Open Terminal

    Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".

  2. 2

    Install Homebrew

    If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.

  3. 3

    Run brew install --cask orangedrangon-android-messages

    Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:

    brew install --cask orangedrangon-android-messages
  4. 4

    Verify Installation

    Run `brew list` to confirm orangedrangon-android-messages is installed, then try `orangedrangon-android-messages --version` to check the version number.

  5. 5

    Launch Android Messages Desktop

    Run `orangedrangon-android-messages` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

  • • If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
  • • If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
  • • On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

  • Simple one-command installation
  • Well-maintained and regularly updated
  • Completely free to use

Cons

  • Requires Homebrew to be installed
  • macOS only

Frequently Asked Questions about Android Messages Desktop

How do I install Android Messages Desktop on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask orangedrangon-android-messages. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run orangedrangon-android-messages from Terminal.
Is Android Messages Desktop free?
Yes, Android Messages Desktop is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall Android Messages Desktop?
Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask orangedrangon-android-messages. Homebrew will remove Android Messages Desktop and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.
What are alternatives to Android Messages Desktop?
There are several communication apps available for macOS. Browse the Communication category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.
How do I update Android Messages Desktop to the latest version?
Run brew upgrade --cask orangedrangon-android-messages in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.
Does Android Messages Desktop work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, Android Messages Desktop can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

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