Top 10 must have applications for Ubuntu

After successfully installation you must be wondering which are the best applications to use in Ubuntu for your day to day activities eg the best browsing application for Ubuntu, the best document reader etc. In this blog we are going to see the ten must have applications for your Pc to be complete.

1.LibreOffice

It is a powerful tool that includes tools for r word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and more. It is a great alternativ for MS office as it also supports various file format.

How to install LibreOffice using terminal

The bellow command ensures your system is up to date

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade

Installing LibreOffice now

sudo apt install libreoffice

If it fails to install try running the following commands.

ruo

sudo snap install libreoffice

sudo apt install libreoffice-common

How to check if LibreOffice was installed correctly

libreoffice --version

If it was installed correctly you will get version of your installed LibreOffice

2. VLC Media player

VLC is a lightweight and offers more powerful features like streaming, subtitles, and playback adjustments compared to default media player.

How to download VLC media player using terminal

• Update your system first

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

• Install VLC now

sudo apt install vlc

If it not work as expected try this commands

sudo snap install vlc 

sudo apt install vlc-bin

How to check if VLC is installed in your Pc

vlc --version

3. Chrome

Chrome is a web browser known for its speed, privacy features, and extensive add-ons. It’s customizable and regularly updated, making it a great choice for secure browsing.

How to download google chrome using terminal

Run below command to install chrome using terminal.

https://dl.google.com/linux/direct/google-chrome-stable_current_amd64.deb

4. Visual Studio code

It is among the best and powerful code editor loved by most programmers around the world. It support various programming languages. VS Code also offers features like IntelliSense, debugging, and an integrated terminal, making it ideal for developers.

How to install Visual Studio Code in Ubuntu

To install Vs code in Ubuntu run the following commands in your computer.

sudo snap install --classic code

or

sudo snap install code

Or optionally you can install directly from the App Center

To download click the install button and the PC will do everything for you as you wait for it to download

Once you have intsalled the Vs Code run the below command to check if it was intalled

code --version

5.GIMP

It is an advanced image editing program that’s perfect for tasks ranging from basic photo retouching to complex graphic design. GIMP is often compared to Adobe Photoshop and is packed with features.

How to install GIMP

To install GIMp using terminal run the following command in your terminal

sudo apt install gimp

To check if GIMP was install run the command

gimp --version

6. Firefox

A popular web browser known for its speed, privacy features, and extensive add-ons. It’s customizable and regularly updated, making it a great choice for secure browsing.

To install firefox download directly from App center

7.Dropbox

A cloud storage service that simplifies file sharing and backup. The Dropbox client for Ubuntu makes it easy to sync files across devices and collaborate with others.

How to install dropbox using terminal

The Dropbox daemon is only compatible with 64-bit Linux servers. To install, run the following command in your Linux terminal.

cd ~ && wget -O - "https://www.dropbox.com/download?plat=lnx.x86_64" | tar xzf -
Next, run the Dropbox daemon from the newly created .dropbox-dist folder.

~/.dropbox-dist/dropboxd

8. GParted

A partition editor that allows you to manage disk partitions easily. It’s useful for tasks like resizing, creating, and deleting partitions without data loss.

How to install Gparted using terminal

sudo apt install gparted

9. Slack

A collaboration tool that facilitates team communication through channels, direct messaging, and file sharing. It’s essential for remote work and keeps conversations organized.

How to install slack using terminal

sudo snap install slack

10.Wine

A compatibility layer that lets you run Windows applications on Ubuntu. Wine is especially handy for gamers who want to play Windows-only titles or use specific software.

How to install wine using terminal

sudo apt install --install-recommends winehq-stable -y