How to Install Diagrams.net on Clear Linux

Diagrams.net (formerly known as draw.io) is a free, open-source online tool for creating diagrams, flowcharts, mind maps, and other visual representation of ideas. Here's how to install it on Clear Linux in a few easy steps.

Step 1: Open a Terminal Window on Clear Linux

To start the installation process, open a terminal window on Clear Linux. You can do this by pressing CTRL + ALT + T or by clicking on the terminal icon in the taskbar.

Step 2: Install Snapd on Clear Linux

Diagrams.net is available as a Snap package, so you'll need to first install Snapd on your Clear Linux system. To do this, run the following command in the terminal:

sudo swupd bundle-add package-utils  
sudo ln -s /usr/bin/gawk /usr/bin/awk
sudo curl -L "https://github.com/microsoft/WSL/issues/5321" | bash
sudo reboot

This will install the necessary tools and dependencies for working with Snap packages on Clear Linux.

Step 3: Install Diagrams.net Snap Package

Once Snapd is installed, you can easily install Diagrams.net using the following command:

sudo snap install diagrams

This will download and install the latest stable version of Diagrams.net on your Clear Linux system.

Step 4: Launch Diagrams.net

After the installation is complete, you can launch Diagrams.net by running the following command:

snap run diagrams

This will open Diagrams.net in your default web browser. You can now start creating diagrams and visual representations of your ideas.

Conclusion

By following these simple steps, you can easily install Diagrams.net on Clear Linux and start creating professional-looking diagrams and visualizations. Enjoy!

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