System requirements for ATLAS.ti (Windows, Mac, and Web)

Key takeaways

  • ATLAS.ti Windows requires a 64-bit version of Windows 10 or 11.
  • ATLAS.ti Mac supports both Intel and Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) Macs.
  • ATLAS.ti Web works in modern web browsers such as Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Opera, and Safari.
  • SSD storage and at least 8 GB RAM are strongly recommended for larger projects and AI-based features.

Who this article is for

This article is for users who want to check whether their Windows computer, Mac, browser, or device is compatible with ATLAS.ti.

For the latest compatibility information and hardware recommendations, click here to see our full system requirements page

ATLAS.ti Windows system requirements

Hardware requirements

  • 64-bit Intel or AMD compatible processor
  • Minimum 4 GB RAM
  • 8–16 GB RAM strongly recommended
  • At least 1.5 GB free disk space
  • SSD storage strongly recommended

For AI and natural language processing features, at least 8 GB RAM is recommended.

Supported operating systems

  • Windows 11 (64-bit)
  • Windows 10 (64-bit), version 1607 “Anniversary Update” or newer

Not supported:

  • Windows 10N editions
  • Windows Virtual Desktop editions
  • 32-bit Windows systems

ATLAS.ti Mac system requirements

Hardware requirements

  • Intel Mac or Apple Silicon Mac
  • Minimum 4 GB RAM
  • SSD storage strongly recommended

For AI and natural language processing features, at least 8 GB RAM is recommended.

Supported operating systems

  • macOS 12.4 Monterey or newer

ATLAS.ti fully supports Apple Silicon devices, including:

  • MacBook Pro with M1, M2, or newer chips
  • MacBook Air with Apple Silicon
  • Mac Studio and newer Apple Silicon Macs

ATLAS.ti versions 9 and newer are compatible with Macs using Apple Silicon processors.

ATLAS.ti Web browser requirements

ATLAS.ti Web supports the following browsers:

  • Chrome 60+
  • Edge 16+
  • Firefox 55+
  • Opera 50+
  • Safari 11+

Using the latest browser version is strongly recommended for best performance and stability.

Other browsers may not fully support ATLAS.ti Web.

You can check your current browser version here:

https://www.whatismybrowser.com/

or

https://updatemybrowser.org/

For smoother work with large qualitative projects, multimedia files, AI features, and visualizations, we recommend:

  • SSD storage
  • 8–16 GB RAM
  • updated operating systems
  • the latest browser version for ATLAS.ti Web

Common issues

ATLAS.ti installs but runs slowly

This is often caused by:

    • insufficient RAM
    • traditional hard drives instead of SSDs
    • outdated operating systems
    • unsupported browser versions

ATLAS.ti Web does not load properly

Make sure:

    • your browser is supported
    • your browser is updated
    • browser extensions are not blocking scripts or cookies

I have an Apple Silicon Mac. Will ATLAS.ti work?

Yes. ATLAS.ti supports Apple Silicon Macs, including M1, M2, and newer chips.

When to contact support

Contact support if:

  • ATLAS.ti does not install on a supported system
  • ATLAS.ti Web is unsupported in a compatible browser
  • Performance issues continue on recommended hardware
  • You are unsure whether your operating system is supported
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