Table of Contents

• Why Choose Clash Verge Rev?


• Who Is This Guide For?


• Key Features


• Before You Install


• Downloading Safely


• Installation Guide


• First Launch


• Understanding the Interface


• What's Next?

Why Another Clash Verge Rev Guide?

Search for "Clash Verge Rev tutorial" and you'll quickly notice a common pattern.

Most articles explain how to install the application, but very few explain how to use it effectively.

Questions like these are often left unanswered:

• Which proxy mode should I choose?


• Why doesn't my subscription work?


• Should I enable TUN Mode?


• How can I prevent DNS leaks?


• What's the difference between Fake-IP and Redir-Host?


• How do Rule Providers actually work?


• Which DNS settings are recommended?

These are the questions that most users eventually encounter.

Instead of focusing only on installation, this guide explains why each feature exists, when you should use it, and how different components work together.

By the end of this series, you'll not only have a working installation but also understand the networking concepts behind it.

Who Is This Guide For?

This tutorial is suitable for:

• Users installing Clash Verge Rev for the first time


• Developers using GitHub-hosted configuration files


• Users migrating from Clash for Windows


• Anyone interested in Mihomo-based proxy management


• Users looking to improve routing performance and DNS reliability

No previous networking experience is required, although basic knowledge of proxy concepts will be helpful.

Why Choose Clash Verge Rev?

The Clash ecosystem has evolved rapidly over the past few years. Modern users expect more than simple proxy switching—they need a client that is actively maintained, easy to use, and flexible enough to handle different networking environments.

Clash Verge Rev is built around the Mihomo kernel and combines powerful networking capabilities with a clean, modern desktop interface.

Unlike many older clients, most common tasks can be completed through the graphical interface while still allowing advanced users to customize configuration files whenever necessary.

If you'd like to explore additional configuration examples or keep up with documentation updates, the Clash Verge Rev Omni Guide contains installation tutorials, YAML examples, troubleshooting guides, and practical networking tips. A structured online documentation site is also available for readers who prefer browsing documentation by topic.

Key Features

Rather than simply listing supported protocols, it's worth understanding what makes Clash Verge Rev useful in everyday scenarios.

Cross-platform Support

Run the same configuration across Windows, macOS, and Linux with a consistent user experience.

Powered by Mihomo

The Mihomo kernel provides flexible routing, multiple proxy protocol support, advanced DNS handling, and extensive customization.

Broad Protocol Compatibility

Clash Verge Rev supports modern proxy protocols including:

• VLESS


• VLESS Reality


• VMess


• Trojan


• Shadowsocks


• SOCKS5


• Hysteria2


• TUIC


• WireGuard

This broad compatibility allows users to connect to a wide range of proxy services without switching applications.

Intelligent Routing

Instead of sending all traffic through a proxy, routing rules allow different destinations to use different network paths.

Examples include:

• Local websites → Direct


• Streaming services → Proxy


• AI services → Proxy


• Local network devices → Direct

This approach usually delivers better performance than forcing all traffic through a single server.

Advanced Networking Features

Additional capabilities include:

• Built-in TUN Mode


• Flexible DNS configuration


• Fake-IP support


• Rule Providers


• Multiple subscription management


• Automatic subscription updates


• WebDAV synchronization


• Theme customization


• Extension support

These features make the client suitable for everyday browsing, software development, remote work, AI tools, gaming, and streaming.

💡 Tip

Don't worry if some of these features sound unfamiliar. Later chapters explain each one with practical examples rather than assuming prior knowledge.

Before You Install

Before downloading any software, it's worth checking a few basic requirements.

Windows

Recommended:

• Windows 10 or later


• 64-bit operating system


• Administrator permission (recommended for TUN Mode)

macOS

Supported on:

• Apple Silicon


• Intel-based Macs

During the first launch, macOS may ask you to approve software downloaded from the Internet. This is normal and only needs to be completed once.

Linux

Commonly supported distributions include:

• Ubuntu


• Debian


• Fedora


• Arch Linux


• Linux Mint


• openSUSE

Depending on your distribution, enabling TUN Mode may require additional system permissions.

Downloading Safely

Networking software should always be downloaded from trusted sources.

Before installing, it's also a good idea to review the latest documentation and release notes.

Throughout this guide, configuration examples are based on the Clash Verge Rev Omni Guide, which includes continuously updated installation instructions, troubleshooting articles, DNS recommendations, Rule Provider examples, and advanced networking tutorials.

Readers who prefer a structured documentation website can also browse the online documentation, where guides are organized into categories such as Installation, DNS, TUN Mode, WireGuard, Rules, and FAQ.

⚠️ Note

Avoid downloading modified packages from unofficial websites. Always verify that the version you're installing comes from a trusted source.

Installation Guide

Installing Clash Verge Rev is straightforward on every supported operating system.

The exact steps differ slightly depending on your platform.

Windows Installation

For most users, the standard installer is the recommended option.

Installation only takes a few minutes:

1. Download the latest installer.


2. Run the installation package.


3. Follow the installation wizard.


4. Approve Windows SmartScreen if prompted.


5. Launch the application.

During the first startup, Clash Verge Rev automatically creates its configuration directory.

macOS Installation

For macOS users:

1. Download the DMG package.


2. Open the disk image.


3. Drag the application into the Applications folder.


4. Launch the application.

If Gatekeeper blocks the application, open:

System Settings → Privacy & Security → Open Anyway

After approval, future launches will behave normally.

Linux Installation

Linux users typically install Clash Verge Rev using either an AppImage or a distribution-specific package.

For AppImage:

chmod +x Clash-Verge-Rev.AppImage



./Clash-Verge-Rev.AppImage

Depending on your desktop environment, additional permissions may be required before enabling advanced networking features.

First Launch

The first startup often surprises new users because the interface appears almost empty.

This is completely normal.

At this point:

• No subscriptions have been imported.


• No proxy nodes are available.


• No routing rules are active.


• System Proxy is disabled.


• TUN Mode is disabled.

Nothing is missing—the application is simply waiting for its first configuration.

Understanding the Interface

Before importing a subscription, spend a few minutes exploring the main sections of the application.

Profiles

Stores subscription links and local configuration files.

Proxies

Displays proxy groups and available nodes.

Rules

Shows how traffic is matched against routing rules.

Connections

Provides real-time connection monitoring.

Logs

Useful for diagnosing routing problems, DNS failures, or failed proxy connections.

Settings

Contains application-wide preferences such as:

• Language


• Theme


• Startup behavior


• System Proxy


• DNS


• TUN Mode


• Experimental features

Becoming familiar with these sections now will make later configuration much easier.

Summary

Congratulations—you've completed the first step.

You now understand:

• Why Clash Verge Rev has become a popular Mihomo-based client


• Which operating systems are supported


• How to download the software safely


• How to install it on Windows, macOS, and Linux


• What to expect during the first launch


• How the main interface is organized

In the next chapter, we'll begin configuring the application by importing subscriptions, selecting proxy nodes, understanding Proxy Groups, and choosing the right proxy mode for different scenarios.

Those topics form the foundation for more advanced features such as TUN Mode, DNS optimization, Fake-IP, and Rule Providers, which we'll cover later in this guide.