Start the server

The following procedure is used to start the server, the engine behind the application that allows you to manage files and metadata.

Note

Starting from version 2.2, you can use shortcuts to launch HorizonGram in an extremely quick and convenient way, without needing to navigate to the server folder or execute the specific startup command. Additionally, shortcuts also allow you to change the profile used by HorizonGram without having to modify the configuration file.

You can setup shortcuts clicking here.

If you are using shortcuts, to start the server simply run the start-template file. You can also change the profile by executing the right change-profile-template file.

Warning

If you are using shortcuts and you want to change the profile used by HorizonGram, make sure to stop the server, run the right change-profile-template file to switch the profile, and then restart the server. This will correctly load the new profile.

Note

If you are NOT using shortcuts and you installed Node.js via WSL (Windows method), the terminal you need to open is the WSL.

Open a terminal in the <REPOSITORY_FOLDER>/server folder.
Run the following command:

npm start

You will see a message confirming successful execution.

Warning

Don't close the terminal with started server while using the application.

Start the client

The following procedure will display the graphical interface of HorizonGram, that is, the platform that will interact with the server so that you can manage your files with a few simple clicks.

Note

Starting from version 1.2, the client is opened automatically after the server is loaded.
However, follow this guide in case you want to open it manually.

Open the <REPOSITORY_FOLDER>/client folder.
Open the index.html file with your favorite browser.

You will see the HorizonGram homepage with the server status which will be on.