GitHub - TheAssassin/AppImageLauncher: Helper application for Linux distributions serving as a kind of "entry point" for running and integrating AppImages
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Helper application for Linux distributions serving as a kind of "entry point" for running and integrating AppImages - TheAssassin/AppImageLauncher
  • obsolete@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
    1 hour

    AppImageLauncher works as intended.

    But, if you are willing to use the terminal, then there’s appman. Appman is a terminal package manager for handling appimages, which also integrates appimages into the system. It can update appimages, as well as install images that are not found on its package database.

  • horseloaf@piefed.zipEnglish
    3 hours

    I’ve been perfectly happy with AppImageInstaller. It’s an easy way to generate .desktop files and has a provision for manual AppImage updates. It’s worked without any issues for all (only six) of the AppImages I’ve installed. I hadn’t heard of GearLever but now I’ll give a try.

  • MoshBit@libertatia.orgEnglish
    9 hours

    I agree, this is a very handy app, and I felt very similarly when I first discovered it. That said, I’ve had some issues with AppImageInstaller that I haven’t had with GearLever, it’s nearest equivalent. That’s the beauty of Linux FOSS though, so many choices :)

    • TaintTaul@programming.dev
      3 hours

      I’ve had some issues with AppImageInstaller that I haven’t had with GearLever

      Would you be so kind to elaborate? Being explicit would already make a huge difference. Thank you in advance!

    • wasd603@lemmy.zip
      6 hours

      GearLever is my pick too. It does its job, not perfect but good. Updates can be tricky tho sometimes.

  • fozid@feddit.uk
    7 hours

    I just put appimage files in my $PATH. what else does this do?

  • daggermoon@piefed.worldEnglish
    6 hours

    Is it just me that has problems with it? Certain appimages being broken and shit.