Bind pip explicitly to the chosen interpreter.
Section: Bootstrap and repair pip
Prefer python -m pip
bash
bash
python -m pip --versionExplanation
This is safer than relying on a standalone `pip` executable that may resolve to a different Python installation.
Learn the surrounding workflow
Compare similar commands or jump into common fixes when this command is part of a bigger troubleshooting path.
Related commands
Same sheet · prioritizing Bootstrap and repair pip
Bootstrap pip in current interpreter or venv
Install bundled pip into the current Python environment.
Upgrade bundled pip bootstrap
Upgrade pip using the bundled ensurepip package.
Create and upgrade core dependencies
Create a venv and upgrade pip tools immediately.
Inspect Python resolution in PowerShell
See which python command PowerShell resolves.
Show all python executables on Windows
See multiple Python commands on PATH.