# Notepad++ Setup Guide

![Notepad++](/images/editor-icons/notepad++-128.png)

Follow these steps to start tracking your coding time in Notepad++ with Hackatime.

## Step 1: Log into Hackatime

Make sure you have a [Hackatime account](https://hackatime.hackclub.com) and are logged in.

## Step 2: Run the Setup Script

Visit the [setup page](https://hackatime.hackclub.com/my/wakatime_setup) to automatically configure your API key and endpoint. This ensures everything works perfectly with Hackatime.

## Step 3: Install Notepad++ Plugin

Follow the detailed plugin installation instructions:

1. Inside Notepad++ open the Plugins Admin (`Plugins` → `Plugins Admin`).
2. Search for `WakaTime` and then check the box in the list of plugins.
3. Click the Install button.
4. Restart Notepad++.
5. Enter your API key when prompted (this will be automatically configured if you completed Step 2).

The WakaTime plugin will automatically use your Hackatime configuration after running the setup script.

## Troubleshooting

- **Not seeing your time?** Make sure you completed the [setup page](https://hackatime.hackclub.com/my/wakatime_setup) first
- **Plugin not working?** Try restarting Notepad++ after installation
- **Still stuck?** Ask for help in [Hack Club Slack](https://hackclub.slack.com) (#hackatime-v2 channel)

## Next Steps

Once configured, your coding time will automatically appear on your [Hackatime dashboard](https://hackatime.hackclub.com). Happy coding!