How to Download, Install, and Use Code::Blocks
Code::Blocks is a great tool if you're learning to code because it compiles data in C, C++, and Fortran, and it works on Windows, MacOS, and Linux. We'll show you how to set it up, then we'll walk you through creating a basic "Hello World" C program!
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.
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.
3. **Launch the installer.** After the download completes, start the installer. The installer will be located in the location specified when it was downloaded.
4. **Run the setup.** After launching the installer, the setup wizard will appear on screen. To continue, click the "Next" button.
5. **Read the Software Agreement.** Read the end user license agreement. After reading, click "I Agree" if you agree to the terms and want to install the software.
6. **Choose your components.** 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.
7. **Choose the install path.** 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.
8. **Wait for the installation to complete.** The installation will take several minutes to complete and will show its progress in the window.
9. **Finish the installation.** 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.
10. **Launch Code::Blocks.** 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
11. **Complete the compiler setup.** 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".
12. **Set file associations.** 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.
13. **Create a new project.** 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.
14. **Choose your project type.** 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.
15. **Use the Empty File Wizard.** Use the wizard to create and configure your C file. To continue, click "Next".
16. **Choose your file type.** Select the option to create a "C" file. Once selected, click the "Next" button to continue.
17. **Set the file path.** Click the "..." button on the setup menu to open the explorer window to allow you to create your C file.
18. **Select file name.** 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.
19. **Finish using the File Wizard.** To confirm creation of your C file, click "Finish".
20. **Enter source code.** 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;}
21. **Run the program.** Click the "Build and Run" icon to run your program. This function compiles then runs your program in one convenient step.
22. **View the program.** 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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