How to Install HRConvert2 on Arch Linux

HRConvert2 is a command-line tool used to convert audio and video files. It is compatible with a wide range of audio and video formats, making it a popular choice for media conversion tasks. In this tutorial, we will walkthrough the steps needed to install HRConvert2 on Arch Linux.

Prerequisites

To install HRConvert2, you need to have the following prerequisites:

• Arch Linux with root access
• Basic knowledge of command-line interface

Installation

1. Open up your terminal.

2. Install Git using the following command:

sudo pacman -S git

3. Clone the HRConvert2 repository using the following command:

git clone https://github.com/zelon88/HRConvert2.git

4. Change your working directory to the newly cloned repository:

cd HRConvert2

5. Install the dependencies for HRConvert2 using the following command:

sudo pacman -S ffmpeg lame vorbis-tools flac

6. Compile and install HRConvert2 by running the following commands:

make
sudo make install

7. Once the installation is complete, you can use HRConvert2 to convert audio and video files.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have covered the steps needed to install HRConvert2 on Arch Linux. Although HRConvert2 is a command-line tool, it is relatively easy to install and use for converting audio and video files. With HRConvert2 installed, you can quickly convert files to different formats without relying on bulky and complex desktop applications.

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