Clash for Windows User Guide and Configuration Tutorial (Quick Start - Complete)

Clash for Windows is a cross-platform proxy client developed in Go, designed to provide convenient and flexible proxy functionality for Windows users. It supports multiple proxy protocols (such as HTTP, SOCKS5, Shadowsocks, V2Ray, and Trojan), and allows users to configure sophisticated rules for traffic diversion and proxy policy management. It has been widely used in scenarios such as data scraping, multi-account management, crawler proxy, and anti-browser detection.

Clash for Windows primarily uses a rules engine to process different network traffic and supports multiple proxy protocols, including HTTP and SOCKS5. Its user-friendly graphical interface makes setup and management simple and intuitive. Supported operating systems include Windows, Linux, and macOS.

• Proxy Port Settings: Configure HTTP and SOCKS proxy ports for easy connection to other applications.
• Log Level: Provides different levels of log output for debugging and traffic monitoring.
• LAN Sharing: Enables LAN proxy sharing, allowing other devices on the LAN to use the proxy service provided by Clash.
• GeoIP Database Update: Used to update the GeoIP database to improve the accuracy of international access.
• Enable System Proxy: Enables the global proxy settings for the Windows system, directing all traffic through Clash.

• Proxy Mode Selection: Supports global proxy, rule-based proxy, and direct connection modes, as well as policies for selecting different nodes based on configuration files.
• Proxy Rules: Dynamically assign proxy nodes based on geographic location or other criteria.

• Remote Subscription: Supports obtaining the latest configuration files via subscription links for easy maintenance and updates.
• Local Configuration File: Directly import local files, suitable for self-built nodes or node configurations provided by third parties.

• Log Viewing: View the matching rules for the current request, making it easier to troubleshoot issues.
• TCP Connections: Display current TCP connections and support closing unused connections.

• Visit the Clash for Windows GitHub Page to download the installation package.
• Select the latest version for your platform; the 64-bit version for Windows is generally the preferred choice for most users.
• After downloading, double-click the installation package and follow the prompts to complete the installation.

Open the Clash for Windows installation directory and find the resources folder.

Download and replace the app.asar file with the Chinese localized version (make sure the versions are consistent). After launching Clash, the interface will automatically display in Chinese, making it easier for Chinese users to use.

• On the Clash for Windows main interface, click Configuration Management.
• Select [Subscription Address], copy the subscription link provided by the service provider, and paste it into the URL input box of the configuration file.
• Click [Download Configuration], and the software will automatically download the remote configuration file to complete the node configuration.

• On the Configuration Management page, click Import Local File and select the saved configuration file.
• After the file is imported, the system will automatically load the configuration file, and you can select the appropriate proxy node to use.

• Global Mode: All traffic is proxied. This is not recommended for daily use, as it may cause all traffic on the device to go through the proxy, affecting the use of all apps, including WeChat, QQ, and TikTok.

• Rule Mode: Based on the configured rules, domestic traffic is directly connected, while international traffic is proxied. This is the recommended setting for most users.

• Direct Mode: All traffic is directed directly to the target website. This is suitable for situations where a proxy is not required.

• Recommended article for Clash node configuration: https://momoproxy.com/zh-CN/blog/clash-node

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Detailed explanation of proxy modes in the Clash plugin

Clash is a cross-platform, rule-based proxy tool commonly used for efficient web browsing, multi-account management, and web scraping. Its "proxy mode" determines whether and how your local traffic is proxied. Proper use of proxy modes can improve speed, security, and user experience.

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• Description: All traffic, regardless of source or destination, goes through the proxy node.
• Advantages:
• Simple and robust, ensuring all services can access the external network.
• Effective for applications that don't recognize the system proxy (such as CLI tools and some Steam games).
• Disadvantages:
• Domestic website access speeds will decrease.
• High data usage.
• Suitable Scenarios:
• Simulating foreign network environments
• Globally accelerating games and tools
• Packet capture testing, etc.

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• Description: Determine whether traffic should go through the proxy based on built-in or custom rules. For example, only international domains will be proxied, while domestic domains will connect directly.
• Advantages:
• Flexible and intelligent, balancing speed and stability. - Does not affect access to domestic services (such as 12306, WeChat, and Alipay).
• Recommended rule source:
• ACL4SSR
• Custom
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• Applicable scenarios:
• Daily and efficient browsing
• Improved efficiency and bandwidth savings
• Mixed use for social networking, audio-visual, and office environments

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• Description: All traffic bypasses the proxy and flows entirely through the local network.
• Pros:
• No proxy intervention, fast speed
• Disadvantages:
• Inability to access blocked content
• Suitable Scenarios:
• Temporarily disabling the proxy
• Network debugging, downloading large domestic files, etc.

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• Description: Automatically determines whether to use a proxy using JavaScript or intelligent rules.
• Advantages:
• Automatic learning and intelligent traffic diversion
• Disadvantages:
• Slightly complex configuration, not suitable for beginners
• Suitable Scenarios:
• Advanced users
• Multi-dimensional judgment scenarios (region + domain name + protocol, etc.)

1. Open the Clash client
2. Find the "Proxy Mode" or "Proxy Mode" switch area on the main interface
3. Click to switch to
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4. If using rule mode, ensure the rule set (such as ACL4SSR) is loaded.

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Clash for Windows provides an intranet direct connection feature, allowing devices within the LAN to directly access the target server without using a proxy. The setup steps are as follows:

• Enable Allow LAN in [General Settings].
• Configure [Intranet Direct Connection Rules] to specify which traffic bypasses the proxy and connects directly to the target server via a configuration file.

Clash for Windows supports kernel changes to optimize performance or support more features. For example, you can use the Clash Meta kernel to improve throughput and stability. The replacement steps are as follows:

• Download the appropriate kernel file (such as clash-meta).
• Replace the Clash kernel file and launch the program to take effect.

By default, Clash uses the system's DNS settings, but you can disable DNS resolution and use a custom DNS server for enhanced security or performance. The steps are as follows:

• Enable the mixin settings and disable DNS.
• Manually specify DNS settings in the configuration file to ensure all requests are resolved through the specified DNS server.

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• How to download NekoBox and set up a MoMo proxy IP on Android
• How to configure a Shadowrocket proxy IP on iOS

If proxy speed is slow, it's recommended to select a proxy server close to the target country or region and avoid using global proxy mode. Using the high-quality proxy servers provided by MoMoProxy can significantly improve speed and stability.

When using Clash for Windows, choose SOCKS5 proxy mode and configure rules based on your crawler needs to ensure efficient and stable data scraping.

In [Configuration Management], you can keep the interface tidy by deleting unnecessary configuration files.

Through this tutorial, you've learned how to install, configure, and use Clash for Windows, and mastered advanced features such as setting up direct intranet connections, configuring DNS, and changing the kernel. Combined with the professional proxy services provided by MoMoProxy, you can achieve a more efficient and secure network proxy experience, especially in scenarios like multi-account operations and crawling. We hope this article helps you gain a deeper understanding of Clash for Windows and improve your network configuration efficiency.

To configure a proxy for efficient Internet access on Android, please download NekoBox. For iOS, please download Shadowrocket. Detailed instructions are below:

• How to download NekoBox and set up a MoMo proxy IP on Android
• How to configure a Shadowrocket proxy IP on iOS