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Update README: reflect auto-install feature (no manual install needed)
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@@ -143,23 +143,16 @@ Download the latest release for your platform from the [Releases page](https://g
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| macOS (Intel) | `open-wemo-mac-intel` | Older Intel Macs |
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| Linux | `open-wemo-linux` | Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, etc. |
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**Install it to a permanent location:**
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Don't just run it from your Downloads folder — move it somewhere permanent so the "Start on login" feature works correctly.
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- **Windows**: Create a folder at `C:\Program Files\Open Wemo` and move the `.exe` there.
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- **macOS**: Move the file to `/Applications` or `~/Applications`.
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- **Linux**: Move to `/opt/open-wemo` or `~/.local/bin`.
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**Run it:**
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- **Windows**: Double-click the `.exe` file. If Windows Defender warns you, click "More info" → "Run anyway" (the app is safe, just not signed yet).
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- **Windows**: Double-click the `.exe` file. If Windows Defender warns you, click "More info" → "Run anyway" (the app is safe, just not signed yet). On first run, it automatically installs itself to `%LOCALAPPDATA%\Open Wemo`.
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- **macOS**: Right-click and select "Open" the first time (bypasses Gatekeeper). You may need to allow it in System Preferences → Security.
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- **Linux**: Make it executable (`chmod +x open-wemo-linux`) and run it.
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**What happens:**
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1. A small icon appears in your system tray (taskbar on Windows, menu bar on macOS)
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2. A welcome window opens with a QR code for phone setup
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3. The bridge starts discovering WeMo devices automatically
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1. The app automatically installs itself to a permanent location (Windows: AppData, macOS: ~/Applications, Linux: ~/.local/bin)
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2. A small icon appears in your system tray (taskbar on Windows, menu bar on macOS)
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3. A welcome window opens with a QR code for phone setup
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4. The bridge starts discovering WeMo devices automatically
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### Step 2: Install the Phone App
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