How to Install Rustpad on Windows 10

Rustpad is a free and open-source collaborative text and code editor designed for gamers. It enables you to collaborate with your team in real-time while playing games. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Rustpad on your Windows 10 system.

Prerequisites

Before you start the installation process, make sure your system meets the following prerequisites:

Downloading Rustpad

To download Rustpad, follow the steps given below:

  1. Visit the Rustpad website at https://rustpad.io/.

  2. Click the "Download" button on the top-right corner of the homepage.

  3. Agree to the Rustpad license agreement to proceed.

  4. The download will begin automatically. Once the download is complete, proceed to the next step.

Installing Rustpad

To install Rustpad, follow the steps given below:

  1. Navigate to the folder where you downloaded Rustpad.

  2. Double-click on the Rustpad installer.

  3. The Rustpad installer will start. Click the "Next" button to proceed.

  4. Choose the destination folder where you want to install Rustpad. Alternatively, you can leave it as the default setting. Then, click "Next."

  5. Choose the components you want to install. By default, all the components will be selected. If you want to install only specific components, deselect the others. Then, click "Next."

  6. Choose the start menu folder where you want Rustpad to be installed. Then, click "Next."

  7. Choose the additional tasks you want to perform. If you want to create a desktop icon or associate Rustpad with file types, select the relevant checkboxes. Then, click "Next."

  8. Click "Install" to start the installation process.

  9. Wait for the installation to complete. This may take a few minutes.

  10. Once the installation is complete, click "Finish."

Using Rustpad

To use Rustpad, follow the steps given below:

  1. Launch Rustpad from the start menu or the desktop icon.

  2. Create or join a new session.

  3. Share the session ID with others who you want to collaborate with.

  4. Enjoy working and collaborating in real-time.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Rustpad on your Windows 10 system. Now you can collaborate with your team in real-time while playing games.

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