Limecraft Edge is a powerful desktop application designed to support professional media teams with file transfers, ingest workflows and remote collaboration. If you're just getting started with Edge, this article will guide you through the first steps, from downloading the software to logging in and accessing your workspaces. 

Start by Requesting Access

Before installing Edge, it’s important to ensure you have everything you need to get started. Limecraft Edge requires a valid licence, which is typically managed via a Team subscription. Introducing Edge to your organisation is best done in collaboration with the Limecraft team.


We recommend getting in touch with your Limecraft account manager or the support team. They’ll walk you through the onboarding steps and provide you with the required Edge licence, ensuring everything is configured correctly from the start.


Downloading Limecraft Edge

Once you have your licence in hand, the next step is to download the application to your local device.


You can always access the most recent version of Limecraft Edge from within your Limecraft workspace. Navigate to your user preferences to find the download link.


Limecraft screenshot showing how to download the latest version of Limecraft Edge from the user preferences of the Limecraft Workspace.


Before proceeding with the installation, we recommend reviewing the hardware requirements to ensure your system is compatible.


Logging in to Edge

After downloading and installing Limecraft Edge, you're ready to log in. Here’s how:


  1. Enter Your Edge Licence Your licence code enables access to your assigned workspaces and ensures your user account is correctly linked.
  2. Log in with Your Limecraft Credentials You can sign in using your Limecraft username and password, or alternatively through your Limecraft Flow account, depending on your setup.


Limecraft screenshot demonstrating how to log in to Edge for the first time.



Once logged in, you'll be able to access the workspaces to which you’ve been assigned. You can switch between workspaces using the dropdown in the upper left corner of the application.


Limecraft GIF showing how to switch between workspaces in Edge.


Take a Guided Tour

To familiarise yourself with everything Limecraft Edge has to offer, we recommend reviewing our detailed user guide. It provides a full walkthrough of the interface and features, helping you make the most of the application from day one.