How to Install Brackets on Windows 10/11 (2026) | Step-by-Step Guide

Below is a step-by-step guide to install Brackets on Windows 10 and Windows 11.

Step 1: Download the Brackets Installer

1. Open your browser and go to the official Brackets website:
   https://brackets.io/
2. Click on Other Downloads. This will open the following page:
   https://github.com/brackets-cont/brackets/releases
3. Under Assets, click on the latest version: Brackets-2.2.1.exe to download it.

Step 2: Run the Installer

1. After the download finishes, open your Downloads folder.
2. Double-click the downloaded installer file (Brackets-2.2.1.exe).
3. Check the box "I agree to the License terms and conditions" and click Next.
4. Select Typical installation.
5. If Windows shows a security prompt saying "Allow app to make changes?", click Yes.

Step 3: Complete Installation

1. Wait a few moments while Brackets installs on your system.
2. Once the installation is complete, click Finish.

Step 4: Launch Brackets

You can open Brackets using any of the following methods:

1. Press the Windows key, type Brackets, and press Enter.
2. Right-click on any folder, then select "Open as Brackets project".
3. Open Command Prompt and run the following command:

   brackets