How to Install Arduino IDE & Drivers + Upload Your First Code | Beginner's Guide by Manmohan Pal

 How to Install Arduino IDE & Drivers + Upload Your First Code | Beginner's Guide by Manmohan Pal

To install the Arduino IDE, follow these steps for your specific operating system (Windows, Mac, or Linux):

For Windows:

1. Download the Arduino IDE:

   • Go to the official Arduino website.
   • Under "Windows" section, click the "Windows Installer" download link. (For 32-bit or 64-bit systems, choose accordingly.)

2. Run the Installer:

   • Once the installer is downloaded, run the .exe file.
   • If prompted by the system, click Yes to allow the installer to make changes.

3. Follow the Installation Wizard:

   • Select your language and follow the installation steps.
   • Make sure the option to "Install USB driver" is checked.
   • Choose your installation folder (default is usually fine).

4. Finish the Installation:

   • Click Install and wait for the process to finish.
   • Once complete, click Close.

5. Launch Arduino IDE:

• You should now be able to find the Arduino IDE in the Start Menu.
• Open the Arduino IDE and set up your board and port.

To install the drivers for an Arduino Uno, follow the steps below based on your operating system:

For Windows:

1. Connect the Arduino Uno:

   • Plug your Arduino Uno into a USB port on your computer.

2. Windows Automatically Detects the Arduino:

   • On Windows, when you first connect the Arduino Uno, it should try to install the drivers automatically. If it doesn't, follow these steps:
     • Right-click the Start button and select Device Manager.
     • In Device Manager, look for a device under Other Devices or Ports (COM & LPT) with an exclamation mark, such as "Unknown Device" or "Arduino Uno."

3. Install the Driver Manually:

   • Right-click on the "Unknown Device" or "Arduino Uno" and select Update Driver.
   • Choose Browse my computer for driver software.
   • Navigate to the Arduino IDE's installation folder. By default, it should be located in: