How to Install Kcal on MXLinux Latest

Kcal is a free and open-source calendar application that helps you manage your schedule seamlessly. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the installation process of Kcal on MXLinux Latest.

Prerequisites

Before starting the installation process, ensure that you meet the following prerequisites:

  • You have a running instance of MXLinux Latest
  • You have administrative privileges on your MXLinux instance
  • You have a stable internet connection

Step 1: Install Dependencies

As Kcal is built on top of Qt, a cross-platform framework for building graphical applications, we need to install the necessary dependencies. Open the Terminal and run the following commands:

sudo apt update
sudo apt install -y qtbase5-dev qtdeclarative5-dev libkf5i18n-dev libkf5config-dev libkf5calendarsupport-dev libkf5contacts-dev libkf5wallet-dev libkf5notifications-dev libkf5iconthemes-dev libkf5kiogui-dev

The above commands will update your system package list and install the necessary dependencies required for Kcal.

Step 2: Install Git

As Kcal is hosted on GitHub, we need to have Git installed in our system. To install Git, run the following command in the Terminal:

sudo apt install git

Step 3: Clone Kcal Repository

Let's clone the Kcal repository from GitHub to our local MXLinux instance. Navigate to the directory where you want to install Kcal, and run the following command in the Terminal:

git clone https://github.com/kcal-app/kcal.git

The above command will clone the Kcal repository to your local system.

Step 4: Build Kcal

Now, let's build Kcal from source. Navigate to the Kcal directory in the Terminal, and run the following commands:

mkdir build
cd build
cmake ..
make
sudo make install

The above commands will create a build directory, configure cmake for Kcal, build Kcal, and then install it on your system.

Step 5: Launch Kcal

Finally, launch Kcal from the Terminal by running the following command:

kcal

You can also launch Kcal from the Applications menu.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Kcal on MXLinux Latest. Enjoy managing your schedule seamlessly with Kcal!