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Python venv Troubleshooting Cheat Sheet/Allow local PowerShell scripts

Fix execution policy for venv activation scripts.

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Section: Activation issues

Allow local PowerShell scripts

powershell
powershell
Set-ExecutionPolicy -Scope CurrentUser RemoteSigned
Explanation

A common resolution when PowerShell blocks `Activate.ps1`.

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