is it possible to run TDM64-GCC compiler to run with code::blocks

Question

I am trying to build 64 bit applications using 64bit TDM-GCC and Code::Blocks IDE. What I am unable to configure is the combination of the compiler and IDE.

I have looked at the IDE wiki and TDM wiki; but haven't got details I need.

Is there a straight forward way of doing this?

Thanks

Answer 1

It is possible because I've personally done it myself, and used that development configuration for the better part of a year before finally moving on from Code::Blocks to Codelite (they're similar IDEs, but Codelite is more Obj-C friendly out of the box).

To setup Code::Blocks, all you have to do is go into the build settings and point the compiler bin location to your TDM-GCC bin folder. I think the only other thing you need to do is make sure Code::Blocks attempts to run mingw32-make.exe instead of make.exe, which it looks for by default. This is in the same setup window. All the other programs run by Code::Blocks should already have the correct name.

If you're still having trouble, can you post the exact compiler output when you try and build?

Answer 2

I'm using Code::Blocks 64 bit on Windows 10 64 bit OS

Try this:

Put the TDM-GCC 64 bit version in the directory (drive) you're using for Code::Blocks. I have both under C:/ (which is normal unless you using another drive). Open CB and click on the TDM in CB (Management window Left side).

Now go to Settings>Compiler>Tool Chain executables tab and click on Auto-detect in the compiler Install dir. You may want to put a check mark in some of boxes below. AFTER THAT MAKE SURE TO SAVE all the changes before you close CB. Good Luck.