Grist is a modern spreadsheet software that helps users to work more effectively with their data. In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Grist on OpenBSD.
Before we begin, make sure that you have the following:
curl
, tar
, pkg_add
, and necessary dependencies for building.Follow these steps to install Grist on OpenBSD:
OpenBSD requires some dependencies to run Grist smoothly. Each one of them is essential for the proper working of the software.
Install python3
and qt5
with the following command:
$ sudo pkg_add python-3.9.5p0 qt5
Next, download the Grist installer file by running the following command:
$ curl -L https://dashboard.getgrist.com/_api/installer \
-o grist.tar.gz
Extract the downloaded tar file by running the following command:
$ tar -xzvf grist.tar.gz
Change your current directory to the extracted folder:
$ cd grist-*
Now, run the following command to install Grist:
$ sudo ./install.sh
The installer will prompt you to accept the License Agreement. Once accepted, the installation will begin.
After installation, type grist
in the terminal to launch Grist.
$ grist
Installing Grist on OpenBSD is quite easy, and with the help of this tutorial, you can install it with just a few simple steps. Enjoy working more efficiently with your data with Grist.
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