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Summary: Learn how to resolve the issue of missing `pip` after installing Python 3.8.5 on Windows. Step-by-step instructions to get your Python environment ready.
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How to Fix Missing pip After Installing Python 3.8.5 on Windows?

If you've recently installed Python 3.8.5 on your Windows machine and have noticed that pip is missing, you're not alone. This is a common issue but fortunately, it's relatively easy to fix. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps needed to get pip up and running.

Why is pip Missing?

pip, the package installer for Python, typically comes bundled with Python installations. However, due to certain installation settings or permissions, pip might not be available. Let's resolve this issue and ensure your Python environment is fully functional.

Steps to Install pip Manually

Step 1: Verify Python Installation

First, confirm that Python 3.8.5 is correctly installed on your system. You can do this by opening Command Prompt and typing:

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This should return Python 3.8.5. If it does not, you'll need to reinstall Python before proceeding.

Step 2: Download get-pip.py

Next, you need to download the get-pip.py script, which will install pip for you. Open your favorite web browser and search for get-pip.py. Save this file to an accessible directory.

Step 3: Run get-pip.py

Navigate to the directory where you saved get-pip.py. Open Command Prompt and change to this directory. For example:

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Now run the script:

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This script installs pip and any dependencies it needs.

Step 4: Verify pip Installation

After the installation is complete, verify that pip is installed by running:

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You should see something like:

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Configuring Environment Variables

To make sure you can run pip from any Command Prompt without needing to navigate to the Python scripts directory, you may need to add pip to your PATH environment variable.

Open System Properties:

Press Win + Pause.

Click on Advanced system settings.

Click the Environment Variables button.

Edit the PATH variable:

Under System variables, find the PATH variable, select it, and click Edit.

Click New and add the path to your Python Scripts directory. Typically, this is something like C:\Users<YourUsername>\AppData\Local\Programs\Python\Python38\Scripts.

Apply Changes:

Click OK on all open dialogs to apply the changes.

Conclusion

You've now successfully installed and configured pip for Python 3.8.5 on your Windows machine. This ensures you can easily install and manage Python packages, improving your development workflow. If you run into any issues, revisit these steps to ensure everything is set up correctly.

Happy Coding!