: Modern versions of the IDE come with Java bundled, so you shouldn't need a separate installation.
: If the board isn't recognized, you may need to manually update the driver through the Device Manager . Right-click the "Unknown Device" and point it to the drivers folder inside your Arduino installation directory. : Modern versions of the IDE come with
: You get instant access to thousands of community-contributed libraries for sensors, displays, and motors. : You get instant access to thousands of
Go to and select your model (e.g., Arduino Uno). To make sure everything is working: Connect your
Open the Arduino IDE from your desktop. To make sure everything is working: Connect your Arduino board to your PC.
Go to and select the COM port associated with your board. Go to File > Examples > 01.Basics > Blink . Click the Upload (arrow) button.