Installing QGIS

The recommended software to use to view and edit Shapefiles is QGIS. It is a free, open-source geographic information system.
  1. In a web browser, go to https://www.qgis.org/en/site/.
  2. Select Download now.
  3. Launch the downloaded installer, and complete the installation process.
  4. Launch QGIS, and accept any update installation prompts that appear.