Open the Official Python Website Go to the official downloads page to ensure you get a safe, up-to-date installer. https://www.python.org/downloads Copy
Download the Latest Python Version Click "Download Python 3.x.x". The site will choose the correct Windows installer (64-bit) for most PCs.
Run the Python Installer Open the downloaded Python-3.x.x.exe file. Important: at the bottom, check "Add python.exe to PATH" before clicking Install Now. → Check: Add python.exe to PATH
Wait for Installation to Complete The installer shows progress (file extraction, configuring optional features). When it finishes you should see "Setup was successful". Click Close.
Verify Installation (Control Panel Method) This beginner-friendly method checks Windows' installed programs list instead of the command line. Open Control Panel Go to Programs > Programs and Features Scroll and look for Python 3.x.x and Python Launcher (optional) If Python appears there, the installation is successful.
Optional — Advanced Verification (Command Prompt) If you prefer a CMD check, open Command Prompt and run either of these: python --version Copy python Copy If Python prints a version number or opens the interactive prompt, you're good to go.
Installation Complete You can now run Python scripts, install packages with PIP, and code using editors like VS Code. https://code.visualstudio.com/ Copy
