> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.patcher.xyz/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.patcher.xyz/getting-started/readme.md).

# Overview

Patcher is the digital twin workspace for Eurorack musicians.

Use it to browse modules, build a collection, plan racks, capture patches, keep notes close, and share work on your terms.

![Patcher home on iPad Pro](/files/UPolkJkGiJRL2Zelfurh)

## Start here

If you are new to Patcher, begin with these pages:

1. [Quick start](/getting-started/quick-start.md)
2. [Core Workflows](/core-workflows/learn-patcher.xyz.md)
3. [Modules](/core-workflows/modules.md)
4. [Collection](/core-workflows/collection.md)
5. [Racks](/core-workflows/racks.md)
6. [Patches](/core-workflows/patches.md)

## What Patcher is good at

* **Building a module library** that stays useful once planning starts.
* **Turning your collection into working racks** before you move hardware around.
* **Capturing patches while they are still fresh** with modules, routing, and notes in one place.
* **Keeping public browsing open** so modules, racks, and patches stay easy to explore.
* **Letting you share selectively** through public racks, public patches, and public profiles.

## Core workflow

1. Browse the public module database.
2. Add the modules you actually own to your collection.
3. Build one or more racks from that collection.
4. Capture patches so routing, notes, and recall live together.
5. Share selected work publicly if you want feedback or visibility.

## Need a guided tour?

* [Quick start](/getting-started/quick-start.md)
* [Core Workflows](/core-workflows/learn-patcher.xyz.md)
* [User Area](/core-workflows/user-area.md)
* [Public Profiles](/core-workflows/public-profiles.md)
* [Account and Privacy](/core-workflows/account-and-privacy.md)
* [Project Overview](/project/overview.md)
* [FAQ](/project/the-project.md)

## Useful links

* [Open Patcher](https://patcher.xyz/)
* [Discord community](https://discord.gg/N6Z32xJR)
* [GitHub project](https://github.com/Polyterative/Patcher)
* [Status page](https://patcher.statuspage.io/)


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