How to Install Package Control in Sublime Text 3

Installing packages for Sublime Text is a practical must for new and even advanced developers. In this step-by-step tutorial, we will learn how to install the Sublime Text package manager, Package Control.

To begin, you need to open Sublime Text 3 if it's not already running. Then, follow these steps:

1. Open the Command Palette by pressing `Ctrl+Shift+P` (Windows) or `Cmd+Shift+P` (OS X).

2. Type 'install' in the Command Palette input box, which should autocomplete to 'Package Control: Install Package.' Press Enter to select it.

3. Sublime Text 3 will start installing Package Control.

Once installed, you can use Package Control to install packages. To do this:

1. Open the Command Palette again by pressing `Ctrl+Shift+P` (Windows) or `Cmd+Shift+P` (OS X).

2. Type 'Install Package' and select it from the autocomplete list.

3. A pop-up will display the message: 'Package Control was successfully installed.'

With Package Control up and running, you can now use it to install packages. In this example, we will install one of the most popular Sublime Text packages, Theme – Soda.

By installing Package Control, you have access to a list of over 2,500 packages available for installation, making it easier to boost your design and coding productivity in Sublime Text 3.

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