In this article I will explain with an example, how to solve the following error while using npm command in Command Line window.
'npm' is not recognized as internal or external command, operable program or batch file.
 
 
Problem
'npm' is not recognized as internal or external command, operable program or batch file
 
 
Solution
1. You need to make sure whether Node.js is installed, if it is not installed then you will need to install it using the following link.
https://nodejs.org/en/download/
2. Once installed, you will need to navigate to the installation folder of Node.js using the cd (Change Directory) command.
'npm' is not recognized as internal or external command, operable program or batch file
 
3. Then, type the npm command.
'npm' is not recognized as internal or external command, operable program or batch file
 
4. Finally, you will see that the npm command is now working.
'npm' is not recognized as internal or external command, operable program or batch file
 
'npm' is not recognized as internal or external command, operable program or batch file