<% content_for(:title, 'Getting started') %> # Getting started ## 1. Install the recorder <%= render partial: "docs/quick_install" %> ## 2. Record To start recording run the following command: asciinema rec This spawns a new shell instance and records all terminal output. When you're ready to finish simply exit the shell either by typing `exit` or hitting Ctrl-D. See [usage instructions](<%= docs_path(:usage) %>) to learn about all commands and options. ## 3. Manage your recordings (optional) If you want to manage your recordings on asciinema.org (set title/description, delete etc) you need to authenticate. Run the following command and open displayed URL in your web browser: asciinema auth If you skip this step now, you can run the above command later and all previously recorded asciicasts will automatically get assigned to your profile.