This should be installed as default in all distro. Run it with --install, put appimages in ~/Applications and it’s done, you’ll see all apps in your DE app menu
(now if AppImages would work on musl systems …)
Its nice to see developers wearing hijabs.
No one mentioned it yet, but there’s also AppManager.
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 :)
The only drawback is that it doesn’t have an app catalogue. For novice users that would be great. Otherwise, GearLever is superior in every aspect.
GearLever is my pick too. It does its job, not perfect but good. Updates can be tricky tho sometimes.
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!
Thanks for sharing! This APP looks very interesting for non tech people
GearLever works better
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.
I just put appimage files in my $PATH. what else does this do?
I believe it also generates menu entries (.desktop files) for them.
GearLever will also perform automatic updates for your AppImages
I just keep all my AppImages on a favorited folder…
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.
Is it just me that has problems with it? Certain appimages being broken and shit.
