: Use the Anaconda Prompt (Option 3) instead of modifying PATH.
(if Anaconda is at C:\Users\John\Anaconda3 ): add anaconda to path windows
python --version Expected output: Python 3.x.x :: Anaconda, Inc. : Use the Anaconda Prompt (Option 3) instead
| Path | Purpose | |------|---------| | C:\Users\YourUsername\Anaconda3 | Main conda and python executables | | C:\Users\YourUsername\Anaconda3\Scripts | Conda scripts and auxiliary commands | | C:\Users\YourUsername\Anaconda3\Library\bin | Additional DLLs (recommended) | Option 1 (automatic) is fine.
: If you only use Anaconda, Option 1 (automatic) is fine.