Installing Python on Windows 10 is a straightforward process that can be completed in a few simple steps. This guide will walk you through the entire installation process, ensuring that you have Python up and running on your Windows 10 system in no time.
Step 1: Download Python
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Visit the official Python website at https://www.python.org/downloads/.
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Under the “Latest Python 3 Release – Python 3.x.x” section, click on the “Download Python 3.x.x” button to download the latest version of Python 3. Make sure to replace “3.x.x” with the actual version number.
Step 2: Install Python -
Locate the downloaded Python installer file in your Downloads folder or wherever your browser saves downloaded files.
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Double-click on the installer file to start the installation process.
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On the first screen of the installation wizard, click “Install Now” to use the default installation settings. Alternatively, you can click “Customize installation” to select specific features and install locations.
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Wait for the installation to complete. This may take a few minutes.
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Once the installation is finished, click “Close” to exit the installation wizard.
Step 3: Verify the Installation -
To verify that Python has been installed successfully, open the Command Prompt by typing “cmd” in the search bar and pressing Enter.
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In the Command Prompt window, type “python” and press Enter. If Python has been installed correctly, you should see some version information and a prompt to enter Python code.
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To exit the Python interpreter, type “exit()” and press Enter.
Step 4: (Optional) Install pip
pip is the package installer for Python. It is usually installed alongside Python, but if it’s not, you can easily install it.
- Download the
get-pip.pyscript by visiting https://pip.pypa.io/en/stable/installing/. - Save the script to your computer.
- Open the Command Prompt and navigate to the directory where you saved
get-pip.py. - Run the script by typing
python get-pip.pyand pressing Enter. - Once the script finishes running, pip will be installed.
Step 5: (Optional) Set Environment Variables
Setting environment variables is optional but recommended for ease of use.
- Right-click on the “This PC” icon on your desktop or in the File Explorer and select “Properties”.
- Click on “Advanced system settings”.
- In the System Properties window, click on the “Environment Variables” button.
- In the “System variables” section, find the “Path” variable and click on “Edit”.
- Click “New” and add the path to your Python installation directory, followed by “Scripts”. For example:
C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Local\Programs\Python\Python39\andC:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Local\Programs\Python\Python39\Scripts\ - Click “OK” to save your changes and close all open windows.
By following these steps, you should now have Python installed and ready to use on your Windows 10 system.
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Windows 10, Python, Installation, pip, Environment Variables
