How to Download, Install, and Use Code::Blocks

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Download the latest version of Code::Blocks from their official site.

   Navigate to the download page.
   
   Under the Windows section, select the "mingw-setup" variant; this is an all-in-one installer that includes all necessary tools.
   
   Select either download link to continue.
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   Step 2: Select a download path.

   After clicking a download link, a window will appear, prompting you to select a location to save the installer file.
   
   First, choose a save location, then click "Save" to continue. , After the download completes, start the installer.
   
   The installer will be located in the location specified when it was downloaded. , After launching the installer, the setup wizard will appear on screen.
   
   To continue, click the "Next" button. , Read the end user license agreement.
   
   After reading, click "I Agree" if you agree to the terms and want to install the software. , Make sure that "Full" installation is selected from the drop down menu at the top; this includes all necessary software components.
   
   After this is done, click "Next" to continue. , By default, Code::
   Blocks will install under C:\Program Files (x86)\CodeBlocks\.
   
   If you want to use this, click "Install"
   
   otherwise, use the "Browse" button to select a custom install path before starting install. , The installation will take several minutes to complete and will show its progress in the window. , When prompted, do not run Code::
   Blocks.
   
   First, complete install wizard.This is done by clicking the "Next" button on the installer screen, then clicking "Finish" on the completion page. , To launch the program, double click the Code::
   Blocks icon the installer placed on your desktop.
   
   If you do not have a desktop shortcut, the program can be found under Start--> All Programs
   ---> Code::
   Blocks
   --> CodeBlocks.exe , If prompted, accept GNU GCC Compiler as the default.
   
   To do this, click the entry for GNU GCC Compiler, then click "Set as Default".
   
   To continue, click "OK". , If prompted, select the option to associate Code::
   Blocks with C and C++ file types, then click "OK".
   
   This will allow you to open these types of files in Code::
   Blocks by default. , On the main page, select the link next to the folder icon.
   
   This will open a new window in which you will set up your project. , On the "New from Template" window, select the "Files" heading on the left side of the window.
   
   Then, select the "C/C++ Source" option.
   
   Click "Go" to continue. , Use the wizard to create and configure your C file.
   
   To continue, click "Next". , Select the option to create a "C" file.
   
   Once selected, click the "Next" button to continue. , Click the "..." button on the setup menu to open the explorer window to allow you to create your C file. , First, browse to the location you wish to save your C file in (it is recommended that you make a separate folder for each project).
   
   Next, choose a name for your C file.
   
   Finally, click "Save" to save your file with the name and location specified. , To confirm creation of your C file, click "Finish". , To create your "Hello World" program, copy the code below into Code::
   Blocks. #include <stdio.h> #include <stdlib.h> int main() { printf("Hello World.\n"); return 0; }, Click the "Build and Run" icon to run your program.
   
   This function compiles then runs your program in one convenient step. , After running, a terminal window will pop up with the message "Hello World." The process should return
   0.
   
   If a different value appears, there may be an issue with your program.
   
   The execution time will vary based on the speed of your computer.
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   Step 3: Launch the installer.

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   Step 4: Run the setup.

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   Step 5: Read the Software Agreement.

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   Step 6: Choose your components.

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   Step 7: Choose the install path.

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   Step 8: Wait for the installation to complete.

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   Step 9: Finish the installation.

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    Step 10: Launch Code::Blocks.

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    Step 11: Complete the compiler setup.

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    Step 12: Set file associations.

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    Step 13: Create a new project.

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    Step 14: Choose your project type.

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    Step 15: Use the Empty File Wizard.

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    Step 16: Choose your file type.

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    Step 17: Set the file path.

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    Step 18: Select file name.

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    Step 19: Finish using the File Wizard.

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    Step 20: Enter source code.

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    Step 21: Run the program.

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    Step 22: View the program.

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