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MIT 6.00 Intro Computer Science (OCW) 17 Online
OpenStudy (anonymous):

Hi everyone, I just started problem set 1. Can anyone tell me where the text editor is located? I downloaded Python and have the shell up but it is executing my lines when I push enter so I'm guessing I should be doing this in the editor but I can't seem to locate it.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

In the Python Shell, go to File >> New Window. This will open a blank window for typing your programs.

OpenStudy (rsmith6559):

Python's own IDE (which includes editing capabilities) is called idle. On a PC, it's probably in C:\Python.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

I'm having the same problem. I can open the python shell by opening "python.exe" but can't get the editor. inside the shell there's no toolbar with "File, Edit, whatevs" wtf?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

My version of python is called idle. If you have a file called that, open that one. I also have a file called PyScripter. This is probably easier on the eyes in terms of writing long programs. Does a lot of autocompletes for you too. I'd recommend it as an alternative anyway.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Open IDLE process and press ctrl+n to open a new window containing the text editor. My best wishes!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Thanks everyone for the answers! Got set '0' done now and I'm on to the next problem set.

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