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I recently installed Git on my system, but every time I try to use the git command, I receive a “command not found” error. I’ve confirmed that Git is indeed installed. Can anyone suggest why this might be happening and how I can resolve it?

I’ve been having this really annoying issue with Git lately, and I’m hoping someone can help me figure it out. So, I recently installed Git on my system – or at least, I thought I did! I can see it in my applications, but every time I try to use any of the git commands in the terminal, I just get this frustrating “command not found” error. It’s driving me nuts!

I’ve gone through a bunch of troubleshooting steps already. First off, I checked if Git is actually installed by typing `git –version`, but all I get is that error message. So, I went ahead and made sure I followed the installation process correctly. I remember clicking through the installer and approving all the defaults.

I’ve also checked my system paths – you know, that PATH variable. I read somewhere that if Git isn’t in your PATH, the command line won’t recognize it. But here’s the kicker: I still can’t find anything clearly stating that Git is successfully added to it. Does anyone have a foolproof method for checking if Git is in the PATH?

I’m on a Windows machine, if that matters, and I started playing around with environment variables after reading up on them. But now I’m a bit lost. Should I add Git manually to the PATH? If so, what’s the route supposed to look like? I’m a bit worried about messing something up, but I really want this to work.

Also, are there any other common pitfalls I might be missing? Like, could it be a permissions issue, or something with my command prompt settings? It feels like I’ve tried so many things, from reinstalling Git to just restarting my computer, and nothing seems to work.

Any insights or suggestions would be super appreciated! I’d love to get back to using Git without the constant headache!

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    1. It sounds like you’re dealing with quite a headache! 😩 Let’s see if we can sort this out together.

      Since you’re on Windows, it’s pretty common for Git to not be available in the terminal if it’s not in your PATH. Basically, the PATH is like a list of directories that your system checks when you run a command. If Git isn’t in that list, you’ll get the “command not found” error.

      Step 1: Check if Git is actually installed

      You mentioned you tried git --version. If it’s not recognized, let’s confirm the installation path. Git is typically installed in C:\Program Files\Git or C:\Program Files (x86)\Git.

      Step 2: Check the PATH variable

      To check if Git is in your PATH:

      1. Right-click on Start and select System.
      2. Click on Advanced system settings on the left.
      3. In the System Properties window, click on the Environment Variables button.
      4. Look for Path in the System variables section and select it, then click Edit.

      Now, you should see a list of paths. Look for something like C:\Program Files\Git\bin or C:\Program Files\Git\cmd. If you don’t see it, you’ll need to add it manually!

      Step 3: Adding Git to PATH

      To add Git to your PATH:

      1. In the Edit Environment Variable window, click on New.
      2. Paste the path to Git (like C:\Program Files\Git\bin). Make sure you include the correct folder that contains the Git executables.
      3. Click OK on all the open windows to save your changes.

      Step 4: Restart your terminal

      After modifying the PATH, you should close and reopen your Command Prompt or PowerShell for the changes to take effect. Now, try running git --version again and see if it works!

      Common Pitfalls

      As for other issues, here are a few things to check:

      • Make sure you’re using the right terminal (Command Prompt or Git Bash, for example).
      • Check for permission issues – running the command prompt as an administrator might help.
      • Double-check that your antivirus isn’t blocking Git.

      Hang in there! Once you get Git working, it’ll be a game-changer for your projects. Good luck!


    2. It sounds like you’re facing a common issue with Git on Windows, particularly with the PATH variable. To start, you’ll want to verify whether Git is included in your system’s PATH. You can do this by searching for ‘Environment Variables’ in the Windows search bar, then clicking on ‘Edit the system environment variables’. In the System Properties window, click on the ‘Environment Variables’ button. In the ‘System variables’ section, scroll down and find ‘Path’. Click ‘Edit’ and check if the path to your Git installation (typically `C:\Program Files\Git\bin` and/or `C:\Program Files\Git\cmd`) is listed there. If it’s not, you can add it manually by clicking ‘New’ and entering the appropriate paths.

      If you find that Git is already in your PATH but commands are still not recognized, there might be a conflict with the command prompt settings or permissions. Make sure you’re using the correct command prompt; sometimes, using Git Bash or Windows PowerShell can help resolve these issues. Additionally, check if there are any permissions restricting access to the Git folder. You can also try running the command prompt as an administrator to see if it affects the outcome. If all else fails, a clean reinstallation of Git, ensuring you select the option to add Git to your PATH during the installation, might resolve any hidden issues. Keep an eye on any prompts during installation that might affect how Git is configured in your system.


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