[Fixed] The term 'Python' is not recognized as the name of a cmdlet, function, or operable program

Are you encountering an error message that says "The term 'Python' is not recognized as the name of a cmdlet, function, or operable program" when trying to use Python in the command prompt? Don't worry, you're not alone! This error is a common problem that many Python users encounter.

In this video, we'll show you how to fix the "Python is not recognized" error in just a few simple steps. We'll guide you through the process of adding Python to your system's environment variables, so that you can use it from any location in the command prompt.

We'll start by explaining what causes this error, and why it happens. Then, we'll show you how to check if Python is installed on your system, and how to add it to your PATH variable so that you can use it from anywhere in the command prompt. We'll also demonstrate how to test that everything is working properly by running a simple Python script.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced Python user, this video will help you get past this frustrating error and get back to coding. So, sit back, relax, and let's get started!

Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

0:47 Explanation of the error

1:23 Checking if Python is installed

2:10 Adding Python to your PATH variable

3:28 Testing Python in the command prompt

4:21 Conclusion

Sure, here's some additional information that you might find helpful:

The "Python is not recognized" error typically occurs when Python is not added to your system's PATH variable. The PATH variable is a list of directories that the command prompt searches when you type in a command. If the command prompt cannot find Python in any of the directories listed in the PATH variable, it will give you the error message.

To fix the error, you need to add the directory where Python is installed to your system's PATH variable. The location of the Python installation directory depends on where you installed Python on your system. By default, Python is installed in the C:\Python directory on Windows.

In the video, we'll show you how to add Python to your PATH variable using the Windows System Properties dialog. However, there are other ways to add Python to your PATH variable as well. For example, you can use the command prompt to add Python to your PATH variable using the setx command.

If you're still having trouble fixing the "Python is not recognized" error after watching the video, feel free to ask any questions you have in the comments section. We'll do our best to help you out!

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