How to Update Python Version on Windows – Quick Guide
If you are a Python developer or enthusiast, you may want to update your Python version to take advantage of the latest features and bug fixes. In this quick guide, we will show you how to update your Python version on a Windows operating system.
Step 1: Check Current Python Version
Before updating your Python version, it’s important to know which version you are currently using. You can check the current Python version by opening a command prompt and typing the following command:
python --version
Step 2: Download the Latest Python Version
Go to the official Python website at https://www.python.org/downloads/ and download the latest version of Python for Windows. Make sure to choose the correct version (32-bit or 64-bit) based on your system architecture.
Step 3: Install the Latest Python Version
Once the download is complete, run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install the latest version of Python on your Windows system. Make sure to select the option to add Python to your PATH during the installation process.
Step 4: Verify Python Installation
After the installation is complete, open a command prompt and type the following command to verify that the new Python version has been successfully installed:
python --version
You should see the latest Python version displayed in the command prompt.
Step 5: Update Pip
It’s also a good idea to update the Pip package manager to ensure you have the latest version. You can do this by running the following command in the command prompt:
python -m pip install --upgrade pip
Step 6: Update Python Packages
Lastly, you may want to update all of your Python packages to ensure compatibility with the new Python version. You can do this by running the following command in the command prompt:
pip freeze --local | grep -v '^-e' | cut -d = -f 1 | xargs -n1 pip install -U
With these steps, you have successfully updated your Python version on Windows. Enjoy coding with the latest features and improvements!
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Now I have both versions, how disintall the former one please
Thats work only if you have one python in system. But if you have 3.12 in OS, and you need update 3.10.6 to 3.10.11 in local folder where python is portable and connect to other staff, other words you need PIP do it correctly and work just in local folder – not in VENV – it's some embedded version of python.
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how upgrade to 3.10.14?
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If I already have a python project running on an older version, will this mess up any of the packages I am using? Or can it cause any other problems in my project? Or is it completely backwards compatible?
instead of downloading the latest version of python why do you download the older version is it because of stability and projects packages???
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Still it showing the same version even after the updation and installation. What can i do now plzz reply me 😭😭
Thank, it is simple and satisfactory!
My Python crashed while running stable diffusion
What can be the issue ?
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Everyone show same thing (it easy). How to update minor version (without lost existing sitepackages).
Very helpful! Thanks 😁