How to Install NymphCast on Manjaro

NymphCast is a multi-device audio and video casting system. It enables you to stream media from your computer or mobile device to multiple audio devices on the same network. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to install NymphCast on Manjaro.

Prerequisites

Before you begin the installation process, make sure you have:

Installing NymphCast on Manjaro

The easiest way to install NymphCast on Manjaro is to use the AUR package manager. Here's how to do it:

  1. Open Terminal from the Applications menu or press Ctrl + Alt + T.

  2. Update the package manager by running the following command:

    sudo pacman -Syu
    
  3. Install Git by running the following command:

    sudo pacman -S git
    
  4. Install the AUR package manager by running the following command:

    sudo pacman -S yay
    
  5. Clone the NymphCast package from the AUR repository by running the following command:

    git clone https://aur.archlinux.org/nymphcast.git
    
  6. Navigate to the downloaded directory by running the following command:

    cd nymphcast
    
  7. Install the package by running the following command:

    yay -S nymphcast
    
  8. Wait for the installation process to complete. It may take a while depending on your internet speed.

Running NymphCast

Once the installation is complete, you can start NymphCast by running the following command:

nymphcast

This will launch the NymphCast server. You can access it by opening a web browser and entering http://localhost:8080 in the search bar.

Conclusion

NymphCast is an easy-to-use and powerful multi-device casting system that allows you to stream media from your computer or mobile device to multiple audio devices on the same network. With the help of this tutorial, you can easily install NymphCast on Manjaro and start streaming your favorite media to multiple devices.

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