This should be installed as default in all distro. Run it with --install, put appimages in ~/Applications and it’s done, you’ll see all apps in your DE app menu

  • @obsolete@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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    111 minutes ago

    AppImageLauncher works as intended.

    But, if you are willing to use the terminal, then there’s appman. Appman is a terminal package manager for handling appimages, which also integrates appimages into the system. It can update appimages, as well as install images that are not found on its package database.

  • horseloaf
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    11 hour ago

    I’ve been perfectly happy with AppImageInstaller. It’s an easy way to generate .desktop files and has a provision for manual AppImage updates. It’s worked without any issues for all (only six) of the AppImages I’ve installed. I hadn’t heard of GearLever but now I’ll give a try.

  • MoshBit
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    178 hours ago

    I agree, this is a very handy app, and I felt very similarly when I first discovered it. That said, I’ve had some issues with AppImageInstaller that I haven’t had with GearLever, it’s nearest equivalent. That’s the beauty of Linux FOSS though, so many choices :)

    • @TaintTaul@programming.dev
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      22 hours ago

      I’ve had some issues with AppImageInstaller that I haven’t had with GearLever

      Would you be so kind to elaborate? Being explicit would already make a huge difference. Thank you in advance!

    • @wasd603@lemmy.zip
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      65 hours ago

      GearLever is my pick too. It does its job, not perfect but good. Updates can be tricky tho sometimes.

  • daggermoon
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    15 hours ago

    Is it just me that has problems with it? Certain appimages being broken and shit.

    • Strit
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      55 hours ago

      I believe it also generates menu entries (.desktop files) for them.