SilverStrike is an open-source text editor that has a minimalist interface and powerful features. Installing it on Arch Linux is a straightforward task. This tutorial will guide you through the process step by step.
Before proceeding with the installation, you must have the following:
Start by updating the Arch Linux system to ensure all the installed packages are up-to-date. Run the following command in the terminal:
sudo pacman -Syu
Enter your password to authorize the installation.
SilverStrike requires a few dependencies before it can be installed on Arch Linux. These dependencies are:
Run the following command to install them:
sudo pacman -S base-devel git libx11 libxft libxinerama libxrandr
Clone the SilverStrike Git repository using the following command:
git clone https://github.com/rainbwit/silverstrike.git
The repository will be cloned to the current working directory.
Navigate to the cloned silverstrike directory using the following command:
cd silverstrike
Then build the SilverStrike package using this command:
make clean install
This will build and install SilverStrike to your system.
Finally, you can run SilverStrike using the following command:
silverstrike
Upon execution, SilverStrike should open on your screen.
We have outlined the steps to install SilverStrike on an Arch Linux system. You can now benefit from its powerful features and minimalist interface. Other tasks such as customizing the editor and installing plugins can be found in the official documentation.
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