How to add PATH environment variable in Windows

The PATH environment variable is a set of folders or directories to store your executables, such as scripts or binaries. It allows you to run the executables without typing their full path.

You can configure the PATH environment variable in Windows just for your user or for all the users in the system. This can be done from the command prompt or via the GUI, though the GUI, though the GUI in this case more intuitive and is a safer option.

1. Open Environment Variables launch window in System Properties from Windows search bar.
2. Click on the Environment Variables button.
3. Select whether you want to change the PATH variable just for your user or for the entire system.
4. Click on the Edit button.
5. Click on the New button.
6. Enter the folder name of your new path.
7. Click on the OK button.
8. Click on the OK button again to activate the changes.