Snapdrop is an open-source web-based file sharing platform that allows users to transfer files between devices easily. In this tutorial, we will be showing you how to install Snapdrop on POP! OS Latest using the following steps.
Before you proceed with this guide, make sure that your system has the following requirements:
Before installing anything on your system, it's important to update and upgrade the system to the latest version. You can do this by running the following command in the terminal:
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
Snapdrop requires node.js to be installed on your system to work properly. If you haven't installed it yet, you can do so by executing the following command:
sudo apt install nodejs -y
To install Snapdrop on your system, you need to clone the repository from GitHub using the following command:
git clone https://github.com/RobinLinus/snapdrop.git
After the installation is successful, navigate to the Snapdrop directory using the command below.
cd snapdrop
Then you can install Snapdrop dependencies for node.js.
npm install
You can now start Snapdrop by running the following command:
npm start
This command will start up the Snapdrop web app, which you can access by opening a web browser and entering this address into the search bar:
http://localhost:8888
Note: You can host Snapdrop on a server for public access by forwarding port 8888 and adding the public IP/domain name.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed and set up Snapdrop on POP! OS Latest. You can now share files seamlessly between devices without any hassle.
If you want to self-host in an easy, hands free way, need an external IP address, or simply want your data in your own hands, give IPv6.rs a try!
Alternatively, for the best virtual desktop, try Shells!
