How to Install Grist on Arch Linux

Grist is a cloud-based spreadsheet and database software that allows users to collaborate on data from anywhere. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install Grist on Arch Linux.

Prerequisites

Before installing Grist, ensure that your system is up-to-date. To update your system, run the following command:

sudo pacman -Syu

Step 1: Install Dependencies

To install Grist on Arch Linux, you need to install some dependencies. Open your terminal and execute the following command to install the dependencies:

sudo pacman -S npm libxss libxtst nss alsa-lib xdg-utils

Step 2: Download the Grist archive

You can download the Grist archive from the official website or use the following command to download it using the terminal:

wget https://download.getgrist.com/grist-desktop-latest.tgz

Step 3: Extract the Archive

After downloading, extract the archive to your desired location. To extract the archive, use the following command:

tar -xvf grist-desktop-latest.tgz

Step 4: Install Grist

Now that we have extracted the Grist archive, navigate into the extracted directory and install Grist using the following command:

sudo npm install -g .

Step 5: Launch Grist

To launch Grist, execute the following command:

grist

Alternatively, you can launch Grist from the application menu or use the following command to launch Grist from the terminal:

xdg-open 'grist://'

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Grist on Arch Linux. You can now start using Grist to collaborate on data with your team.