How to Install Dim on Manjaro

Dim is an open-source and cross-platform instant messaging application that supports secure messaging, file sharing, and voice and video calling. In this tutorial, you will learn how to install Dim on Manjaro.

Prerequisites

Before installing Dim on your Manjaro machine, make sure of the following:

• You have sudo access or are logged in as the root user.

• Your Manjaro system is up to date with the latest packages.

Installing Dim

Follow these steps to install Dim on your Manjaro machine:

1. Open the terminal on your Manjaro machine by pressing Ctrl+Alt+T or by searching for the terminal in the application menu.

2. Update your system's package list:

   sudo pacman -Syu
   

3. Install git and npm:

   sudo pacman -S git npm
   

4. Clone the Dim repository using git:

   git clone https://github.com/Dusk-Labs/dim.git
   

5. Navigate to the cloned repository:

   cd dim
   

6. Install the required dependencies using npm:

   npm install
   

7. After the installation of dependencies is complete, start the application with the following command:

   npm start
   

   This will launch the Dim application on your system.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed Dim on your Manjaro machine. You can now use Dim for secure messaging, file sharing, and voice and video calling.

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