How to Install Jupyter Notebook in Python

Jupyter Notebook is a popular tool for data science and coding. It allows you to create and share interactive documents. Here's how to install it.

Prerequisites

Before installing Jupyter Notebook, ensure you have Python installed. You can check by running python --version in your terminal.

python --version

If Python is not installed, download it from the official website. Python 3.6 or later is recommended.

Install Jupyter Notebook Using pip

The easiest way to install Jupyter Notebook is using pip. Open your terminal or command prompt and run the following command.

pip install notebook

This will download and install Jupyter Notebook and its dependencies. Wait for the installation to complete.

Verify the Installation

After installation, verify it by running the following command.

jupyter --version

You should see the version of Jupyter Notebook displayed. If not, check for errors during installation.

Launch Jupyter Notebook

To start Jupyter Notebook, run the following command in your terminal.

jupyter notebook

This will open Jupyter Notebook in your default web browser. You can now create and run notebooks.

Create Your First Notebook

Click New and select Python 3 to create a new notebook. A new tab will open with an empty notebook.

Try running a simple Python command. Type the following code in a cell and press Shift+Enter.

print("Hello, Jupyter Notebook!")

The output should appear below the cell.

Hello, Jupyter Notebook!

Common Installation Issues

If you encounter errors like ModuleNotFoundError, check our guide on how to solve ModuleNotFoundError.

Ensure your pip is up-to-date by running pip install --upgrade pip. This can resolve many installation issues.

Conclusion

Installing Jupyter Notebook is simple with pip. Follow these steps to set it up and start coding. Jupyter Notebook is a powerful tool for data science and Python projects.