How to Install GNU Emacs on Void Linux

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing GNU Emacs on your Void Linux system.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation, you need to make sure that you have an active internet connection and sudo privileges.

Step 1: Update the System

To begin, we need to update the system package list and upgrade the installed packages to their latest version. To do this, run the following command:

sudo xbps-install -Suv
sudo xbps-install -u

Step 2: Install GNU Emacs

To install GNU Emacs on Void Linux, run the following command:

sudo xbps-install -S emacs

This command will download and install the latest available version of GNU Emacs on your system.

Step 3: Verify the Installation

To verify that the installation was successful, run the following command:

emacs --version

This will display the version of GNU Emacs installed on your system.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed GNU Emacs on your Void Linux system. You can now start using GNU Emacs and explore its features to boost your productivity.