# Windows Installation

## Install ReMark X

### **Download**

Download the latest version of ReMark X from the [download ](../available-download)page, unzip and launch the executable to begin the installation process. &#x20;

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Note that the download is for the LITE version. An activation key will be needed to access the PRO features.
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### **Previous Versions**

If you currently have ReMark X installed, the installer will ask if you wish to uninstall the current version before the installation process of the new version will begin.

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If you attempt to install the same version, you will receive an error message.

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### **License Agreement**

Follow the on-screen instructions and accept the licensing agreement. Please ensure you read and agree to the [license ](../license-agreement)before continuing.

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### **Version**&#x20;

Select the Python-compatible version based on the version of Python you currently have installed or plan to install. If you already have Python installed and don't know the version, you can find out by following the instructions in the [Check Python Installation](#check-python-installation) section below.

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### Default Installation Path

Click the **Install** button to install the application to the default DaVinci Resolve script location: `C:\Program Files (x86)\ReMark X`.

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If you require a custom installation path, please contact me.
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### **Complete the Installation**

This completes the installation of ReMark X.

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## Install Python

DaVinci Resolve requires Python to be installed in order to run third-party applications. Follow these steps to install or update Python:

### **Check Python Installation:**

Open a Command Prompt window, type `python --version` and press Enter.

If Python is installed, the version number will be displayed. Ensure it is version 3.6 or higher.

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### **Download**

Visit the official Python website at [python.org/downloads/windows/](https://www.python.org/downloads/windows/) and download the latest version. For optimal compatibility, we recommend downloading the Windows (64-bit) version.

After downloading the installer, run the file to initiate the installation process.

### **Installation Settings**

Ensure to select **Add Python.exe to PATH** and click on **Customize Installation** and then **Next** to skip the **Optional Features** menu.

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Click on "Customize Installation" and confirm that "Install for all users" is selected. Please note, administrative privileges are required for this step. You can leave this deselected if you want to limit the installation to certain users, but it is not recommended.&#x20;

Click **Install** to continue. &#x20;

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### **Complete the Installation**

Follow the rest of the prompts to complete the installation process.

### **Verify Installation**

* Open a Command Prompt window, type `python --version` and press **Enter** to verify the installation.

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