How to Install WebODF on Void Linux

WebODF is an open-source software that enables the editing of OpenDocument format (ODF) files within a web browser. If you are a Void Linux user and want to install WebODF on your system, follow the steps in this tutorial.

Prerequisites

Before installing WebODF, you need to ensure that your system meets the following prerequisites:

Installation Steps

Follow these steps to install WebODF on Void Linux:

  1. Open the terminal.

  2. Install the required dependencies using the following command:

    sudo xbps-install curl wget unzip tar make gcc xsltproc libspectre-dev llvm-dev fontconfig fontconfig-devel
    
  3. Download the latest WebODF source code using the following command:

    wget https://github.com/kogmbh/WebODF/archive/master.zip
    
  4. Extract the downloaded file using the following command:

    unzip master.zip
    
  5. Navigate to the extracted folder using the following command:

    cd WebODF-master
    
  6. Build WebODF using the following command:

    make
    

    This may take some time as it compiles the code from the source.

  7. Once the installation is complete, start the WebODF server using the following command:

    make server-start
    
  8. Open your web browser and go to http://localhost:8888.

  9. You should see the WebODF editor interface, where you can create, edit and save ODF files.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed WebODF on Void Linux.

Conclusion

WebODF is a great tool for editing ODF files within a web browser, and installing it on Void Linux is easy if you follow the steps outlined in this tutorial. If you encounter any errors during the installation process, refer to the official documentation or the Void Linux community for further assistance.

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