Lesson 3 | Download and Install the Arduino IDE for PC | Arduino Crash Course

This tutorial guides users through downloading, installing, and setting preferences for the Arduino IDE on a Windows PC. It covers the steps to download the software from the Arduino website, choose the appropriate installer, and configure basic and advanced preferences within the IDE. The tutorial also discusses the importance of setting the sketchbook location, adjusting editor settings, and ensuring the IDE is up-to-date.

What is the first step in downloading the Arduino IDE?

• Search for Arduino IDE in the Windows Store.

• Download from a third-party website.

• Open the Arduino IDE and click on 'Help'.

• Visit the Arduino website and find the downloads tab.

Which option is recommended for most users when downloading the Arduino IDE?

• Linux package

• Mac installer

• Windows installer

• Windows ZIP file

What should you do if you have an older version of Arduino IDE installed?

• Keep both versions installed.

• Install the new version over the old one without uninstalling.

• Uninstall the old version before installing the new one.

• Delete your sketch folder.

Where is the default location for the Arduino sketchbook?

• C:\Program Files\Arduino

• C:\Users\[User]\Documents\Arduino

• C:\Arduino\Sketches

• C:\Windows\System32\Arduino

What is the recommended editor font size for the Arduino IDE?

• 12

• 24

• 14

• 18

What does the 'Verify code after upload' preference do?

• Automatically saves the code before uploading.

• Ensures the code is correct after uploading.

• Checks for syntax errors before uploading.

• Updates the IDE to the latest version.

What is the new file extension for Arduino sketch files?

• .sketch

• .ard

• .ino

• .pdf