How do I make a php file run on my localhost

Question

I've been trying to run php but it doesn't give me the output, it just returns the source code.

Answer 1

> Start your Wamp server.
> Create your php file.
> Save your file in www folder which you'll find inside wamp folder with .php extension.
> Now open your browser, and type localhost/yourfilename.php

Now your website will open through localhost.

Answer 2

Have you a local server ?

Answer 3

Wamp server or easy php?