"Which versions of Python and PyQt/Qt Designer are compatible with my Mac Mini M4 (16GB RAM, 256GB SSD)? I'm struggling with the installation process—it's much more complicated than the Windows installation. Can anyone provide guidance on the correct versions and installation steps for Apple Silicon?"
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Original Title: Compatible Python
Your ask is essentially out of scope for the support provided in the Apple Support Communities and may be better asked on the Apple Developer forums.
That said, I strictly install Python3 from Python.org. I create a Python3 virtual environment where I install the latest compatible PySide6 from the Qt for Python Project. See the version matrix at that link for PySide6 and Python3 compatibility.
Qt Creator 18.0.1 is a Universal2 (ARM64/X86_64) binary though whether it is fully compatible and built against macOS Tahoe is unknown. Select Qt Creator category from the Offline Qt Downloads page, and then the Qt Creator 18.0.1 for macOS. Because it is unsigned, you may need to visit System Settings > Privacy & Security > Security to install it anyway. That will be evident if the Qt Creator installer refuses to install because it is an unknown developer.
Other info:
https://www.pythonguis.com/tutorials/pyside6-first-steps-qt-designer/
I can’t remember it being difficult to install. I just downloaded the install package that was linked from python.org. What instructions or what download are you using to try to install it?
How to install compatible Python and PyQt/Qt designer on Mac mini M4 with Apple Silicon?
