Windows
- Download Python:
- Visit the Python Downloads page.
- Click the latest version for Windows (e.g., “Download Python 3.x.x”).
- Run the Installer:
- Open the downloaded
.exe
file. - Important: Check the box that says “Add Python to PATH” at the bottom of the installer window.
- Click “Install Now” to proceed with the default settings. Alternatively, you can click “Customize installation” to choose a different directory or install additional features.
- Open the downloaded
- Verify Installation:
- Open Command Prompt (search for “cmd” in the Start menu).
- Type
python --version
orpython -V
and press Enter. You should see the Python version number.