Python I can't find Ipython on my windows computer

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The discussion centers on an issue with accessing the IPython Shell after installation on Python 2.7.2. The user is unable to launch IPython by typing "Ipython" in the command prompt. A suggested solution involves checking the system's PATH variable by opening a DOS Command Prompt and typing 'set' to see if the IPython directory is included. If it is not listed, the user is advised to add the IPython directory or its /bin directory to the PATH through the System Properties under the Advanced tab and Environment Variables.
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This might be a silly question.

I installed Ipython on my Python 2.7.2 but I can't seem to find the Ipython Shell. I tried typing "Ipython" in the command prompt but it wouldn't work.

Thanks!
 
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\Ron said:
This might be a silly question.

I installed Ipython on my Python 2.7.2 but I can't seem to find the Ipython Shell. I tried typing "Ipython" in the command prompt but it wouldn't work.

Thanks!

Open a DOS Command Prompt window and type the word 'set'. Look at the path variable. Is your Ipython directory (and/or its /bin directory) listed there? If not, then try adding it to your PATH through the System Properties -> Advanced tab -> Environment Variables.
 

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