How to Install ZincSearch on Manjaro

ZincSearch is a powerful desktop search engine that can help you quickly locate files and documents stored on your computer. In this tutorial, you will learn how to install ZincSearch on Manjaro.

Prerequisites

To install ZincSearch, you will need the following:

Step 1: Download the Installation Package

First, you need to download the ZincSearch installation package from the website https://zincsearch.com/

Step 2: Install the Dependencies

Before installing ZincSearch, you need to install its dependencies by running the following command in your terminal:

sudo pacman -S glibc gcc zlib zlib-devel

Step 3: Extract the Installation Package

Next, you need to extract the downloaded installation package using the following command:

tar -xvzf ZincSearch-*.tar.gz

Step 4: Install ZincSearch

After extracting the installation package, navigate to the extracted folder and run the following command to install ZincSearch:

sudo ./install.sh

This will start the installation process, and you will be prompted to follow a series of instructions.

Step 5: Launch ZincSearch

After the installation process is complete, you can launch ZincSearch from your application menu or by running the command zincsearch in your terminal.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed ZincSearch on Manjaro. You can now use ZincSearch to quickly locate files and documents on your computer.

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