How to Install Kate v26.03.70 on Windows 10/11 (2026) | Step-by-Step Guide

Below is a complete step-by-step guide to install Kate v26.03.70 on Windows 10 and Windows 11.

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Step 1: Download Kate

1. Open your web browser and visit the official Kate website:
   https://kate-editor.org/get-it/
2. In the Windows section, click on "Download the nightly Kate 64-bit installer."
3. Download the Windows Installer (.exe) by clicking on:
   kate-master-11145-windows-cl-msvc2022-x86_64.exe

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Step 2: Run the Installer

1. Double-click the downloaded .exe file.
2. If Windows shows a User Account Control (UAC) prompt, click "Yes" to allow installation.

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Step 3: Follow the Setup Wizard

1. On the Welcome Screen, click "Next".
2. Select "Install for anyone using this computer" and click "Next".
3. On the Choose Install Location screen, select the install location and click "Next".
4. Click "Install" and wait for the installation to complete.
5. Click "Finish".

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Step 4: Add Kate to System PATH

1. Press Win + R, type the following command, and press Enter:

   sysdm.cpl

2. Go to the Advanced tab.
3. Click on Environment Variables.
4. Under System variables, select Path and click "Edit".
5. Click "New" and paste the following path:

   C:\Program Files\Kate\bin

   (Adjust the path if your installation location is different.)

6. Click OK → OK → OK to save changes.

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Step 5: Launch Kate

You can open Kate using any of the following methods:

• Start Menu → Search for Kate
• Command Prompt → Open Command Prompt and run:

kate

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That’s it! You have successfully installed Kate v26.03.70 on Windows 10/11.