How to Install OliveTin on Elementary OS Latest

OliveTin is a free and open-source software for electronic circuit design and simulation. This tutorial will guide you on how to install OliveTin on Elementary OS Latest.

Prerequisites

Before starting the installation process, make sure you have the following prerequisites:

Installation Steps

Follow the steps below to install OliveTin on Elementary OS Latest:

Step 1: Update System Packages

Before installing any new package, you should update your system packages to the latest available versions. Open your terminal and run the following command:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade

Step 2: Install Dependencies

Next, install the necessary dependencies using the following command:

sudo apt install build-essential qt5-default qttools5-dev-tools libqt5svg5-dev libqt5charts5-dev git

Step 3: Install OliveTin

Now, it's time to install OliveTin. First, clone the OliveTin repository using the following command:

git clone https://github.com/OliveTin/OliveTin.git

Next, go to the cloned directory using the following command:

cd OliveTin

Now, compile and install OliveTin using the following commands:

qmake
make
sudo make install

Step 4: Run OliveTin

You can now run OliveTin using the following command:

olivetin

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have seen how to install OliveTin on Elementary OS Latest. Now you can start designing and simulating electronic circuits with OliveTin. If you encounter any issues during the installation process, you can refer to the OliveTin documentation for more information.

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