ComfyVault
Guide

Getting Started

New to ComfyUI? Follow this step-by-step guide to set up your environment and start creating with AI workflows.

System Requirements

GPU

Minimum: NVIDIA GTX 1060 6GB
Recommended: NVIDIA RTX 3060 12GB+

RAM

Minimum: 8 GB
Recommended: 16 GB+

Storage

Minimum: 20 GB free
Recommended: 100 GB+ SSD

Software

Minimum: Python 3.10, Git
Recommended: Python 3.11+, CUDA 12+

Step-by-Step Setup

01

Install ComfyUI

Clone the ComfyUI repository from GitHub and set up the Python environment. You'll need Python 3.10+ and a CUDA-compatible GPU.

Clone the repository: git clone https://github.com/comfyanonymous/ComfyUI
Navigate to the directory: cd ComfyUI
Install dependencies: pip install -r requirements.txt
For NVIDIA GPUs, ensure CUDA is properly installed
02

Download Models

Download the AI models required for your workflows. Place them in the correct folders within your ComfyUI installation.

SDXL models go in: models/checkpoints/
LoRA files go in: models/loras/
VAE files go in: models/vae/
ControlNet models go in: models/controlnet/
03

Install Custom Nodes

Many workflows use custom nodes. Install the ComfyUI Manager for easy node management.

Install ComfyUI Manager from: github.com/ltdrdata/ComfyUI-Manager
Use the Manager to search and install missing nodes
Restart ComfyUI after installing new nodes
Check workflow descriptions for required custom nodes
04

Download a Workflow

Browse the ComfyVault gallery and download a workflow that interests you. Each workflow comes as a JSON file.

Browse workflows at comfyvault.app
Use filters to find workflows for your model
Click 'Download JSON' to save the workflow file
Read the description for setup instructions
05

Load & Run

Import the workflow into ComfyUI and start generating. Drag and drop the JSON file or use the Load button.

Start ComfyUI: python main.py
Open the web UI at localhost:8188
Drag & drop the JSON file onto the canvas
Click 'Queue Prompt' to start generation

Pro Tips

Start with simpler workflows (text-to-image) before moving to complex pipelines
Use the ComfyUI Manager to easily install missing custom nodes
Keep your ComfyUI installation up to date for the best compatibility
Join the ComfyUI community on Discord for help and inspiration
Back up your custom workflows regularly
Check workflow descriptions for specific model and node requirements
Recommended Hardware

Hardware Recommendations

The best hardware for local AI generation. Our recommendations based on price-performance and compatibility.

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No GPU? Rent Cloud GPUs

You don't need to buy an expensive GPU. Cloud GPU providers allow you to run AI models on powerful hardware by the hour.

RunPod

Popular

Cloud GPUs from $0.20/hr. Ideal for testing large models without expensive hardware. Easy ComfyUI templates available.

from $0.20/hr

Vast.ai

Budget

Cheapest cloud GPUs on the market. Marketplace model with GPUs from $0.10/hr. Perfect for longer training sessions.

from $0.10/hr

Lambda Cloud

Premium

Premium cloud GPUs with A100/H100. For professional users who need maximum performance.

from $1.10/hr

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Ready to Create?

You're all set! Browse our collection and find the perfect workflow for your next project.