āœ… Step-by-Step: Install QGIS on Windows

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šŸŸ¢ Step 1: Visit the Official QGIS Website

šŸ”— Go to:Ā https://qgis.org/en/site/forusers/download.html

šŸŸ¢ Step 2: Choose the Windows Installer

You’ll see two main installer options:

āœ… Recommended:

QGIS Standalone Installer (Latest Release)

  • Example:Ā QGIS-3.xx.x-1-Setup-x86_64.exe

  • Click toĀ Download the Standalone Installer.

āš ļø Other Options:

  • OSGeo4W Network Installer (for advanced users only ā€“ not recommended for beginners).

šŸŸ¢ Step 3: Run the Installer

Once downloaded:

  1. Double-click theĀ .exeĀ file.

  2. If prompted by Windows, clickĀ YesĀ to allow it to make changes.

šŸŸ¢ Step 4: Follow Installation Wizard

  1. Welcome ScreenĀ ā†’ ClickĀ Next

  2. License AgreementĀ ā†’ ClickĀ I Agree

  3. Choose Installation FolderĀ (default is OK) ā†’ ClickĀ Next

  4. Select ComponentsĀ ā†’ Keep default settings ā†’ ClickĀ Next

  5. Start InstallationĀ ā†’ ClickĀ Install

It will take a few minutes to install.

šŸŸ¢ Step 5: Finish Installation

  • ClickĀ FinishĀ when complete.

  • A QGIS shortcut will appear on your desktop.

šŸŸ¢ Step 6: Launch QGIS

  • Double-click theĀ QGIS DesktopĀ icon (e.g.,Ā QGIS 3.36 LTRĀ orĀ QGIS 3.xx).

šŸŽ‰ Youā€™re Ready!

You now have the latest QGIS version installed on your Windows PC.

šŸ“Œ Optional:

  • To installĀ older versions, scroll down on the QGIS download page.

  • You can also install theĀ Long Term Release (LTR)Ā version for stability if needed for government/academic use.

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