If you prefer to add Electron to an existing project, follow these steps to install it directly from the npm registry : : mkdir my-app && cd my-app npm init -y Use code with caution. Install Electron as a development dependency : npm install electron --save-dev Use code with caution.
Note: It is installed as a devDependencies because the final packaging process bundles the necessary binaries, so it isn't needed as a production-only dependency. How to Verify Your Installation
If successful, you will see a version number (e.g., v30.0.0 ) returned. Advanced Downloads: Prebuilt Binaries
This method automatically downloads the correct Electron binaries for your Windows architecture and sets up a working directory. Method 2: Manual Installation via npm
: You must have Node.js and npm (Node Package Manager) installed. You can download the latest version from the official Node.js website . Method 1: The Fast Start (Recommended)