Clash Configuration & Usage Tutorials (All Platforms)

Clash is a rule-based proxy client supporting Windows, Android, macOS, iOS, and Linux. If you already have a subscription link but don't know where to start, this tutorial will help you complete the basic configuration in minimal steps.

This article covers the general workflow. Specific operations for each platform have been organized into individual tutorials, perfect for beginners to get started quickly.

🚀 Quick Start

Most people only need these 4 steps to start using it:

1. Get Subscription Link

Obtain a Clash subscription link from your service provider, usually a URL starting with https://.

2. Download the Client

Based on your current device, visit the Download Center to install the appropriate Clash client.

3. Import Subscription Configuration

Paste the subscription link into the "Profiles" or "Config" page of the client, then click Download or Update.

4. Select Node and Enable Proxy

1. Select an available node on the "Proxy" page (usually showing latency values).
2. Set the proxy mode to "Rule".
3. Turn on the System Proxy switch.

💡 Tip: For daily use, Rule mode is recommended. You don't need to switch to Global mode. This allows domestic traffic to go direct and overseas traffic to go through the proxy.

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📚 Detailed Tutorials by Platform

Clash client interfaces vary slightly across platforms. Please refer to the specific tutorials for detailed operations:

📖 Step-by-Step Guides

• Windows Tutorial (Clash Verge Rev / FlClash / CFW)
• Android Tutorial (Clash Meta / FlClash)
• macOS Tutorial (Clash Verge Rev / FlClash / ClashX)
• iOS Tutorial (Stash / Shadowrocket)

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❓ FAQ

1. What if importing the subscription fails?

Check the following in order:

• Internet Connection: Is your network available? (Initial download might need basic internet or try switching to mobile data).
• Link Status: Is the subscription link expired or disabled by the provider? (Try opening it in a browser).
• Format Compatibility: Does the client support this subscription format? (Clash only supports yaml/yml configs; SSR/V2Ray links might need conversion).

2. What's the difference between Rule, Global, and Direct modes?

• Rule Mode
  🟢 Most Recommended. Automatically decides whether traffic goes through the proxy or direct based on preset rules (e.g., Google goes through proxy, Baidu goes direct). Balances speed and usability.

• Global Mode
  🟡 Special Use Only. Forces all traffic through the proxy server. Suitable for temporary testing or when automatic diversion fails.

• Direct Mode
  ⚪ For Troubleshooting. All traffic is sent directly without passing through the proxy server. Used to test network connectivity.