How to Install AppImage on Linux Mint: Quick Tips for New Users

Okay, so, today I wanted to install an AppImage on my Linux Mint system. I’d never done it before, so I had to look it up. It was actually easier than I thought it was gonna be.

First, I downloaded the AppImage file I needed. You just gotta make sure you grab the right one for your system.

Make it executable

After it finished downloading, I right-clicked on the file and went to “Properties.” Then, under the “Permissions” tab, I checked the box that says “Allow executing file as program.” Gotta do that, or it won’t run.

• Right-click the AppImage file.
• Select Properties.
• Go to the Permissions tab.
• Check Allow executing file as program.

Run the file

Then, I just double-clicked the file, and it launched! Just like any other program. I was pretty surprised at how simple that was. I was expecting to have to type some commands into the terminal or something. But that’s why i love linux.

Install AppImageLauncher for future convenience

Later, I found out about something called “AppImageLauncher.” Apparently, it makes managing AppImages even easier. You can install it from the terminal with a simple command, but you can find it online. I decided to give it a try.

Once I had AppImageLauncher installed, it automatically asked me if I wanted to integrate any new AppImages into my system. So, I did that, and now I can launch them from my applications menu, just like any other installed app. Pretty neat, huh?

So, that’s my little adventure with installing AppImages on Linux Mint. It turned out to be a lot easier than I anticipated. If you’re new to this, don’t be afraid to give it a shot! This is just my own experience. Yours might be a bit different. But I just wanted to put it out here that it is not so difficult.