Install ComfyUI and Manager with Stability Matrix

Demo summary
The video demonstrates how to use the Stability Matrix launcher to install ComfyUI in portable mode and add the ComfyUI Manager extension via the package menu.
Step-by-step
- Download the stable version of Stability Matrix from the official website
- Unzip the folder and run the .exe file
- Select Portable Mode when prompted during installation
- Go to the Packages menu, select ComfyUI, and choose a diffusion model
- Wait for the installer to complete
- Select the ComfyUI package and click the puzzle piece icon
- Search for 'manager' and check the box next to ComfyUI Manager
- Click Install and then hit Launch
Options
- Choose any diffusion model to get started
Watch out for
- ComfyUI Manager is not included by default and must be added manually via the package menu
Tips
- Use Portable Mode so you can easily move the installation to another drive if you run out of disk space
- Install ComfyUI Manager to avoid having to use command line tools for custom nodes and models
Highlights
“With this setup, you're ready for your first launch.”
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