Python is a versatile and beginner-friendly programming language. To start developing Python projects on Windows, the first step is to install the Python environment. This guide will walk you through the process with detailed instructions suitable for beginners.
1. Visit the Python Official Website.
- Open your preferred browser (e.g., Microsoft Edge or Chrome).
- Type [www.python.org](http://www.python.org) in the address bar and hit Enter to visit the official Python website.
- Navigate to the “Downloads” section in the top menu.
- Select “Windows” from the dropdown menu to proceed to the download page.
2. Choose the Correct Installer.
- On the download page, click on “Download Windows Installer 64-bit”. This option is suitable for most modern Windows systems.
- Unsure of your system type? Check it by following these steps:
- Click the “Start” menu and select “Settings”.
- Open “System” settings and click “About” on the right-hand menu.
- Under “System type”, confirm whether your OS is 64-bit or 32-bit.
3. Run the Installer.
- Once the download is complete, run the installer by clicking the file.
- In the setup window, ensure you check the “Add Python.exe to PATH” option. This step is crucial for proper functionality.
- To keep things simple, click “Install Now” to use the default installation settings.
4. Finalize Installation Settings.
- After installation, a confirmation screen will appear stating “Setup was successful”.
- You’ll see an option to “Disable path length limit”. Click it to remove Windows’ default path length restrictions, which can improve flexibility during development.
- Click “Close” to complete the process.
5. Verify Installation.
- Open the Start menu and type “CMD” in the search bar to open the Command Prompt.
- Type `python` and press Enter. If the Python version information and an interactive prompt appear, the installation was successful.
- You can now write and execute Python code directly in the interactive prompt.
6. Conclusion.
By following these steps, you’ve successfully installed Python on your Windows system and are ready to start developing. If you found this guide helpful, please like, share, and follow for more tips. Happy coding!
7. Demo Video.
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