Install
winget install Kitware.CMake
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About CMake
CMake is an open-source, cross-platform family of tools designed to build, test and package software. CMake is used to control the software compilation process using simple platform and compiler independent configuration files, and generate native makefiles and workspaces that can be used in the compiler environment of your choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I install CMake using winget?
Open Windows Terminal or PowerShell and run:
winget install Kitware.CMake. Winget is built into Windows 10 (version 1809+) and Windows 11 — no separate download required.What is CMake?
CMake is a cross-platform, open-source build system generator.
Is CMake free to download?
CMake is available under the BSD-3-Clause license. Use the winget command above or click the download button to get the installer directly from the publisher.
How do I update CMake with winget?
Run
winget upgrade Kitware.CMake in Windows Terminal or PowerShell to update CMake to the latest available version.What Windows versions support CMake?
The installer for CMake targets the x64 architecture. Check the publisher’s documentation for minimum Windows version requirements. Winget itself requires Windows 10 version 1809 or later.