How to Install ympd on Void Linux

ympd is a lightweight web-based music player designed to work with MPD (Music Player Daemon). In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing ympd on Void Linux.

Prerequisites

Before installing ympd, make sure to update your system by running the following command:

sudo xbps-install -Su

Step 1: Install MPD

ympd requires MPD to work properly. You can install MPD on Void Linux by running the following command:

sudo xbps-install mpd

Step 2: Install ympd

To install ympd on Void Linux, we will use the XBPS package manager. Run the following command to install ympd:

sudo xbps-install ympd

Step 3: Start the MPD service

Before starting ympd, make sure the MPD service is up and running. You can start the MPD service by running the following command:

sudo sv up mpd

Step 4: Start ympd

After installing ympd and starting the MPD service, you can start ympd by running the following command:

sudo ympd

Step 5: Access ympd

ympd runs on port 8080 by default. Open your web browser and go to http://localhost:8080 to access ympd. You can also access ympd from another device on your network by replacing localhost with the IP address of the device running ympd.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed ympd on Void Linux. You can now use ympd to play your favorite music on any device with a web browser.