diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
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--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -137,18 +137,23 @@ If you prefer running services locally:
    make check  # Verifies Node.js 22+, pnpm, uv, nginx
    ```
 
-2. **(Optional) Pre-pull sandbox image**:
+2. **Install dependencies**:
+   ```bash
+   make install  # Install backend + frontend dependencies
+   ```
+
+3. **(Optional) Pre-pull sandbox image**:
    ```bash
    # Recommended if using Docker/Container-based sandbox
    make setup-sandbox
    ```
 
-3. **Start services**:
+4. **Start services**:
    ```bash
    make dev
    ```
 
-4. **Access**: http://localhost:2026
+5. **Access**: http://localhost:2026
 
 ### Advanced
 #### Sandbox Mode