Install SplashKit

SplashKit is a beginner’s all-purpose software toolkit that will allow you to create fun and exciting programs more easily, especially for Graphical User Interface (GUI) programs.

Follow these steps to set up SplashKit on Windows with MSYS2 and start building interactive, visually appealing applications!

Installation Steps

Run the SplashKit Installer

In your MSYS2 Terminal, paste and run the following command to download and install SplashKit:
Terminal window
```
bash <(curl -s https://raw.githubusercontent.com/splashkit/skm/master/install-scripts/skm-install.sh)
```
This command downloads the installer directly from the SplashKit homepage.
Verify the Installation

Restart your MSYS2 terminal, then enter the following command to check if SplashKit Manager (skm) is installed:
Terminal window
```
skm
```
You should see messages confirming the installation, such as:
Terminal window
```
SplashKit is installed successfully!
Missing skm command. For help use 'skm help'
```
Tip: Use skm help to explore available commands for working with SplashKit.
Install Dependencies

Use the following command to install the necessary dependencies and compile SplashKit:
Terminal window
```
skm windows install
```
Install SplashKit Globally

For easier access, install SplashKit globally by running:
Terminal window
```
skm global install
```