How to download and install python in windows


This article explains everything from downloading Python to verifying the installation on a Windows system. 

What is Python?

Python is a high-level, interpreted, and easy-to-learn programming language widely used for:

  • Data Science
  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
  • Web Development
  • Automation & Scripting
  • Academic and research work

Python is developed and maintained by the Python Software Foundation

Step 1: Open the Official Python Website

  • Open any web browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox)
  • Go to the official website: https://www.python.org/

Step 2: Download Python for Windows

  • Go to the official Python download page for Windows.
  • Find a stable Python 3 release. This tutorial was tested with Python version 3.10.10.
  • Click the appropriate link for your system to download the executable file: Windows installer (64-bit) or Windows installer (32-bit).



Step 3: Run the Python Installer

  • Once the installer is downloaded, open it by double-clicking the .exe file (for example, python-3.10.10-amd64.exe) to start the Python installation process.
  • Enable the Install launcher for all users option so that every user on the system can use the Python launcher.
  • Also, check Add python.exe to PATH to allow Python to be run from any command-line interface.


  • If you are a beginner and prefer to install Python with the default settings, click Install Now and move directly to Step 5: Verify the Python Installation.
  • If you wish to include additional or optional features, select Customize installation and proceed to the next step.

Step 4: Customizing the Python Installation (Optional)

  • The Optional Features window displays commonly used Python tools and resources. You may choose to install all of them, even if you do not plan to use every feature immediately.


  • Documentation: Recommended for offline access to Python’s official documentation.
  • pip: Highly recommended. It is essential for installing additional Python packages from the Python Package Index (PyPI).
  • tcl/tk and IDLE: Recommended if you plan to use Python’s built-in Integrated Development and Learning Environment (IDLE).
  • Python test suite: Useful for testing Python installations and learning about Python’s core features.
  • py launcher and for all users: Recommended for managing multiple Python versions and making Python accessible to all users on the system.

➤ Click Next.
➤ The Advanced Options dialog box will appear.


Choose the options that best meet your needs:
  • Install for all users: Enable this if the computer is shared by multiple users.
  • Associate files with Python: Recommended, as it links Python file types to the Python launcher or editor.
  • Create shortcuts for installed applications: Recommended to easily access Python-related applications.
  • Add Python to environment variables: This option is usually selected automatically if it was chosen on the initial setup screen.
  • Precompile standard library: May improve application startup speed, though it can increase installation time.
  • Download debugging symbols and debug binaries: Required only if you intend to develop Python extensions using C or C++.
Note: the Python installation path: Keep a record of the installation directory for future reference if needed.

➤ Click Install to begin the installation process. After the installation is completed successfully, a “Setup was successful” message will appear on the screen.


Step 5: Verifying the Python Installation

You can confirm whether Python has been installed correctly by using either the Command Prompt or the IDLE application (if it was installed).

  • Open the Start menu and type cmd in the search bar.
  • Click Command Prompt.
  • In the command prompt window, type the following command and press Enter:
python --version
    Output:
Output
Python 3.10.10

You can also verify the installation by opening the IDLE application. Go to Start, type python in the search bar, and then select the IDLE application (for example, IDLE (Python 3.10 64-bit)).



You can begin writing Python programs using IDLE or any other code editor of your choice.





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