Installation of Arduino IDE in your Computer
To install Arduino on your computer, follow the steps below based on your operating system
(Windows or macOS).
Download the Arduino IDE
• Go to the official Arduino website: https://www.arduino.cc/en/software
• Download the latest version of the Arduino IDE for your operating system (Windows or
macOS).
Install Arduino IDE
Windows:
• Run the Installer: After downloading the .exe file (Arduino IDE installer), double-click on it to
run the installer.
• Follow the Installation Instructions:
1. Click "I Agree" to accept the terms of the license agreement.
2. Choose the installation directory (you can use the default).
3. During the installation process, make sure to check the box that says "Install USB
driver" (this is important if you're using an Arduino board that connects via USB).
4. Continue with the installation process until it’s completed.
Launch the Arduino IDE:
• Once the installation is finished, you can launch the Arduino IDE by searching for it in the
Start menu or double-clicking the desktop icon.
macOS:
• Mount the Disk Image: After downloading the .dmg file, double-click to mount it.
• Drag the Arduino App to Applications Folder:
• In the window that appears, drag the Arduino application into the Applications folder.
Launch the Arduino IDE:
• You can now open Arduino from the Applications folder or use Spotlight to search for it.
Note: If you get a Tech
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Preferences > Security & Privacy and click Open Anyway.
Set Up the Arduino Board
• Connect your Arduino Board: Plug your Arduino board (e.g., Arduino Uno, Nano, etc.) into a
USB port on your computer.
• Select the Board and Port: Open the Arduino IDE.
1. Go to Tools > Board and select the model of your Arduino.
2. Go to Tools > Port and select the appropriate serial port (usually it’s the one that appears
after plugging in your Arduino board).
3. Test the Installation (Optional): Open the Blink example by going to File > Examples >
01.Basics > Blink.
• Click on the Upload button (the rightward arrow) to upload the
code to your Arduino. If successful, the onboard LED on the
Arduino should start blinking.
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Install Additional Drivers (if needed)
• For some boards, especially on Windows, you may need to manually install drivers if they
don't automatically install.
• For Arduino Uno and other official boards, the drivers are usually installed during the
installation of the IDE.
• For other boards (like clones), you may need to download and install the drivers from the
board manufacturer's website.
• Once installed, you can start coding and uploading sketches to your Arduino board!
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