Lua for Windows

by The Lua for Windows Project and Lua and Tecgraf, PUC-Riov5.1.5.52

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Lua for Windows is a 'batteries included environment' for the Lua scripting language on Windows.

Install with winget

$ winget install --id rjpcomputing.luaforwindows --exact --version 5.1.5.52

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

Silent install command for Lua for Windows

Lua for Windows uses EXE (Inno Setup). The silent install switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.

One-line silent install (x86)

LuaForWindows_v5.1.5-52.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART

See the full silent install reference for Lua for Windows →

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Installers · v5.1.5.52

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x86	EXE Inno Setup	-		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 Lua for Windows.

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

Frequently asked questions

How do I install Lua for Windows on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id rjpcomputing.luaforwindows --exact --version 5.1.5.52. winget downloads the installer from The Lua for Windows Project and Lua and Tecgraf, PUC-Rio and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install Lua for Windows silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id rjpcomputing.luaforwindows --exact 5.1.5.52 --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 Lua for Windows?

Lua for Windows uses EXE (Inno Setup). Run the downloaded installer with: LuaForWindows_v5.1.5-52.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART. The silent switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.

How do I uninstall Lua for Windows via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id rjpcomputing.luaforwindows --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from Lua for Windows's Apps & Features entry.

Is Lua for Windows free?

Lua for Windows is distributed under As Is License. Refer to the publisher for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does Lua for Windows 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 Lua for Windows directly from the publisher.

How do I keep Lua for Windows up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id rjpcomputing.luaforwindows --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of Lua for Windows from microsoft/winget-pkgs.