If you want to install Inkscape on Ubuntu using an AppImage, follow these step-by-step instructions. This guide also shows you how to add a desktop shortcut for easy access.
Prerequisites
- Download the latest Inkscape AppImage from the official site.
- Make sure you have libfuse2 installed on Ubuntu for AppImage compatibility.
Step 1: Install Required Dependencies
Open a terminal and run:
sudo add-apt-repository universe
sudo apt update
sudo apt install libfuse2
Step 2: Extract the Inkscape AppImage
Give permission and extract the AppImage:
chmod +x Inkscape-xxx.AppImage
./Inkscape-xxx.AppImage --appimage-extract
Replace Inkscape-xxx.AppImage with your downloaded filename.
Step 3: Move Inkscape Files to System Directory
Move the extracted folder for easier management:
sudo mv squashfs-root /opt/inkscape
Step 4: Create a Desktop Shortcut for Inkscape
Create and edit a new desktop entry:
nano ~/inkscape.desktop
Paste the following into the file:
[Desktop Entry]
Name=Inkscape
Type=Application
Categories=Graphics;
MimeType=image/svg+xml;
Exec=/opt/inkscape/AppRun %F
Icon=/opt/inkscape/inkscape.svg
Terminal=false
StartupNotify=true
Save and close the file.
Step 5: Install the Desktop File
Add the shortcut to your system menu:
sudo desktop-file-install ~/inkscape.desktop
Launch Inkscape from Your Application Menu
You can now find and launch Inkscape from your applications menu, complete with the official icon and full AppImage support.