How to compile a simple program using qt?

2 years ago
Noah Thompson
2 minutes

To compile a simple program using Qt, follow the steps below:

  1. To install Qt, make sure you have the Qt development environment installed on your computer. Download and install the appropriate version of Qt for your operating system from the Qt official website (https://www.qt.io/).
  2. Create a new Qt project by selecting “New Project” in Qt Creator and then choosing the “Qt Widgets Application” template. Enter the project name and select the location to save the project. Click on “Next”.
  3. Configure Project: On the project configuration page, select the desired version of Qt and the compilation toolchain. Click on the next step.
  4. Write Code: Use the source code editor in Qt Creator to write your program code. For example, here is a simple example of a Qt window program:
#include <QApplication>
#include <QWidget>

int main(int argc, char *argv[])
{
    QApplication app(argc, argv);

    QWidget window;
    window.resize(250, 150);
    window.setWindowTitle("Simple Qt Program");
    window.show();

    return app.exec();
}
  1. Compile and run the program: click on the “Run” button on the Qt Creator toolbar, or press the shortcut “Ctrl + R” to compile and run your program.

This way, you can compile a simple program using Qt. You can then further develop and customize it according to your own needs and project requirements.

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