LightMesh CLI for macOS

macOS

The installation guide for Tidal LightMesh CLI on macOS. Start a trial today.

Install LightMesh CLI for macOS

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Select the keep option to save the file.

  • Double click on the PKG file to begin installation
  • At the introduction step, click continue
  • If required, change the install location, once complete click the install button.
  • Installer is trying to install new software and may require the macOS password. Enter password and click continue
  • Installer will then prompt for access to the PKG location folder, click ok to allow access to that location.
  • Once prompted with a successful installation, the PKG can be moved to trash

Authentication Methods for LightMesh CLI on macOS

There are two ways to authenticate with LightMesh via the CLI on macOS:

  1. Login Command: You can authenticate by using the lightmesh login command directly in the terminal, which will prompt you for credentials.
    CLI Login GIF

  2. API Key: Alternatively, you can authenticate using an API key. Follow these steps to create one:

    • Register and log in at next.lightmesh.com
    • Go to Admin at the top right corner
    • Click on API Keys
    • Create a new API Key

To use the LightMesh CLI using an API key, export the created token. Example: export LIGHTMESH_API_TOKEN=<token>

Note: to persist the API key between terminal sessions this export command should be added to .bashrc or .zshrc

  • To verify installation and token are set correctly type lightmesh into the terminal. The LightMesh CLI version should be shown, along with usage, topic, and command details
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