How to Install Seafile on Arch Linux

Seafile is a cloud storage solution that lets users easily store and share files online. This guide will walk you through the steps to install Seafile on Arch Linux.

Prerequisites

• Arch Linux installed on your device
• Root or sudo access

Steps

1. First, you need to install the Seafile package from the AUR repository. Open the terminal and run the following command to install the AUR helper:

sudo pacman -S git base-devel

2. Clone the AUR repository from the Git.

git clone https://aur.archlinux.org/seafile-client.git

3. Navigate to the directory you just cloned and run the following command to build and install the Seafile package:

makepkg -si

4. After the installation is complete, you need to configure the Seafile client to connect with your Seafile server. Launch the Seafile client by typing the following command in the terminal:

seafile-applet

5. The Seafile Applet will appear in your system tray. Click on it and select "Settings".

6. In the "Settings" window, click on "Account" and enter the login credentials for your Seafile account.

7. Once you have entered your credentials, click on "Connect". The Seafile client will now connect to your Seafile server and synchronize your files.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed and configured Seafile on Arch Linux.

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