How do I get started with creating a GUI in C using GTK on Windows?

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Asked By CuriousCoder92 On

I'm trying to create a graphical user interface (GUI) using the C programming language with GTK on my Windows laptop. I've already followed a guide to install MYSYS2 and used pacman to install the suggested packages. Now I'm feeling a bit lost about what steps to take next. Can anyone guide me on what to do after installation?

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Answered By TechGuru88 On

Creating GUIs in C with GTK on Windows isn't super common, and it can be tough. If you're committed to using C and GTK, using WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) can make things easier. Otherwise, after installing the required packages, you should try to write a simple 'Hello World' application to test if everything is set up correctly. It’ll give you a starting point to build on.

Answered By CodeWhisperer45 On

Check out these resources to help you out:

- [ToshioCP’s GTK4 tutorial](https://github.com/ToshioCP/Gtk4-tutorial)
- [Official Getting Started with GTK documentation](https://docs.gtk.org/gtk4/getting_started.html)

If you find yourself struggling to find answers, consider using an AI like ChatGPT for specific questions about your project, like the packages you need or how to compile your program. Just remember to try troubleshooting on your own first before reaching out!

Answered By DevDude23 On

Have you considered using wxWidgets instead? It's actually a C++ library but is really user-friendly for creating GUIs. It might simplify things for you if you're stuck.

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