# Installing Robpod Plugin

To take advantage of all Robpod Studio features make sure to install the robot plugin.&#x20;

You can download Robpod Plugin here:

<a href="http://github.com/robpodcloud/robpod-studio/releases/latest/download/robpod-plugin.urcap" class="button primary" data-icon="square-down">Robpod Plugin</a>

Or you can open Robpod Studio and go to **Tools ->  Robot Plugin ->** ![](/files/P3bg5npMrITwe8x0PUOV) **Download Plugin.** This will generate a **Robpod Plugin file** with the format of your robot, a **URCAP** file for Universal Robots.

### Installing URCap on Universal Robots

You can manage your existing URCaps or install a new one in your robot.

1. In the Header, press the Hamburger menu and select Settings.
2. Under System, select URCaps.
3. Press the + button, select the .urcap file and press Open.
4. If you wish to proceed with the installation of that URCap, press Restart. After that step, the URCaps is installed and ready to be used.

On the robot teach pendant go to **Installation -> URCaps -> Robpod HMI** and check the status of HMI Broker, it should be RUNNING.

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{% hint style="info" %}
If HMI broker is not in RUNNING status, check the [Security Settings](/appendix/security-settings.md) section and make sure that all settings are configured on the robot as described.
{% endhint %}


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