How to Execute a Python Script in Notepad++?

Question

I prefer using Notepad++ for developing, How do I execute the files in Python through Notepad++?

Accepted Answer

First option: (Easiest, recommended)

Open Notepad++. On the menu go to: Run -> Run.. (F5). Type in:

```
C:\Python26\python.exe "$(FULL_CURRENT_PATH)"
```

Now, instead of pressing run, press save to create a shortcut for it.

Notes

- If you have Python 3.1: type in `Python31` instead of `Python26`

- Add `-i` if you want the command line window to stay open after the script has finished

Second option

Use a batch script that runs the Python script and then create a shortcut to that from Notepad++.

As explained here: http://it-ride.blogspot.com/2009/08/notepad-and-python.html

Third option: (Not safe)

The code opens “HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Python\PythonCore”, if the key exists it will get the path from the first child key of this key.

Check if this key exists, and if does not, you could try creating it.

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