MPLAB XC8 C Compiler

by Microchip Technology Inc.v3.0.0

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

The MPLAB® XC8 Compiler is a powerful, optimizing compiler that converts your ISO C code into high-assembly-language instructions to use on our 8-bit PIC® and AVR® microcontrollers.

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Install with winget

$ winget install --id Microchip.MPLABXC8CCompiler --exact --version 3.0.0

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for MPLAB XC8 C Compiler

MPLAB XC8 C Compiler uses EXE. The silent install switches are --mode unattended --unattendedmodeui none --installdir "C:\Program Files (x86)\Microchip\MPLABXC8\v3.0.0" --netservername host.

One-line silent install (x64)

xc8-v3.00-full-install-windows-x64-installer.exe --mode unattended --unattendedmodeui none --installdir "C:\Program Files (x86)\Microchip\MPLABXC8\v3.0.0" --netservername host

See the full silent install reference for MPLAB XC8 C Compiler →

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Installers · v3.0.0

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x64	EXE	-		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

No known CVEs for MPLAB XC8 C Compiler.

Coverage is best-effort and depends on a winget package mapping to an NVD CPE entry. Absence here is not a guarantee of safety.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install MPLAB XC8 C Compiler on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id Microchip.MPLABXC8CCompiler --exact --version 3.0.0. winget downloads the installer from Microchip Technology Inc. and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install MPLAB XC8 C Compiler silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id Microchip.MPLABXC8CCompiler --exact 3.0.0 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

What are the silent install switches for MPLAB XC8 C Compiler?

MPLAB XC8 C Compiler uses EXE. Run the downloaded installer with: xc8-v3.00-full-install-windows-x64-installer.exe --mode unattended --unattendedmodeui none --installdir "C:\Program Files (x86)\Microchip\MPLABXC8\v3.0.0" --netservername host. The silent switches are --mode unattended --unattendedmodeui none --installdir "C:\Program Files (x86)\Microchip\MPLABXC8\v3.0.0" --netservername host.

How do I uninstall MPLAB XC8 C Compiler via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id Microchip.MPLABXC8CCompiler --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from MPLAB XC8 C Compiler's Apps & Features entry.

Is MPLAB XC8 C Compiler free?

MPLAB XC8 C Compiler is distributed under Proprietary. Refer to the publisher (https://www.microchip.com/en-us/tools-resources/develop/mplab-xc-compilers/xc8) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does MPLAB XC8 C Compiler work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls MPLAB XC8 C Compiler directly from the publisher.

How do I keep MPLAB XC8 C Compiler up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id Microchip.MPLABXC8CCompiler --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of MPLAB XC8 C Compiler from microsoft/winget-pkgs.