How to Install OpenBudgeteer on Linux Mint Latest

This tutorial will guide you through the installation process of OpenBudgeteer on Linux Mint Latest. OpenBudgeteer is an open-source budgeting and finance management software that allows users to manage their personal finances efficiently.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation, make sure your system meets the following requirements:

• Linux Mint Latest installed on your computer
• An internet connection

Step 1: Install Git

The first step is to install Git, which is a version control system that helps in managing and tracking changes in software projects. Open the terminal and run the following command to install Git:

sudo apt-get install git

Step 2: Clone the OpenBudgeteer Repository

After installing Git, the next step is to clone the OpenBudgeteer repository from GitHub. Open the terminal and run the following command to clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/TheAxelander/OpenBudgeteer.git

Step 3: Install Dependencies

OpenBudgeteer requires several dependencies to run correctly. Open the terminal and navigate to the cloned repository directory. Then, run the following command to install the dependencies:

sudo apt-get install build-essential libgl1-mesa-dev libqt5widgets5 qtmultimedia5-dev libqt5multimedia5-plugins libqt5multimedia5 libqt5qml5 libqt5quick5 libqt5charts5 libqt5charts5-dev

Step 4: Build and Install OpenBudgeteer

After installing the dependencies, navigate to the OpenBudgeteer directory and run the following commands to build and install the software:

cd OpenBudgeteer
mkdir build
cd build
qmake ../OpenBudgeteer.pro
make
sudo make install

Step 5: Launch OpenBudgeteer

After completing the installation process, launch OpenBudgeteer from the applications menu or by running the following command in the terminal:

openbudgeteer

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed OpenBudgeteer on Linux Mint Latest. You can now use the software to manage your personal finances effectively.

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