How to use Python 3.x with Python(x,y)?

Question

I've installed Python(x,y), and it's using Python 2.7.9.

I saw the post Python 3.x on python(x,y)?, but I did not see the answer to my questions.

1) Currently Python(x,y) Version 2.7.9.0 comes with Python 2.7.9. Can I use Python 3.x with Python(x,y)?

2) If yes to 1), then how do I install Python 3.x to be used with Python(x,y)?

@Matt I know I can't download a version of Python(x,y) that comes with Python 3.x, but are you sure there is not a way to point Python(x,y) to a Python 3.x? — user3731622, Mar 24 '15 at 17:40
No, it is only compatible with python 2.x. Do you need to use Python 3.x for any reason? — Matt, Mar 24 '15 at 17:41
@Matt I have a package I'm trying to install, and I was told it needs Python 3.4. — user3731622, Mar 24 '15 at 17:55
@Matt It's a private package for work. I'll have to double check that it really needs Python 3.4, and if so, then use something other than Python(x,y). — user3731622, Mar 24 '15 at 17:58

score 4 · Answer 1 · answered Mar 24 '15 at 17:42

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No, you cannot use Python 3.x with Python(x,y) at the present time. Support is planned, but last I heard it will come after 64bit support, which isn't available yet either. If you need Python 3.x, use Winpython, Anaconda, or Enthought Canopy.

answered Mar 24 '15 at 17:42

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