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 ## Installation (for most users) ##
 
-AnkiConnect can be downloaded from the [shared addon page](https://ankiweb.net/shared/info/2055492159) on AnkiWeb. Once
-installed, the extension is ready for immediate use.
+The installation process is similar to that of other Anki plugins and can be accomplished in three steps:
+
+1.  Open the *Install Add-on* dialog by selecting *Tools* > *Add-ons* > *Browse & Install* in Anki.
+2.  Input *2055492159* into the text box labeled *Code* and press the *OK* button to proceed.
+3.  Restart Anki when prompted to do so in order to complete the installation of AnkiConnect.
+
+Anki must be kept running in the background in order for other applications to be able to use AnkiConnect.
 
 ### Windows ###