How to Install Applications on Linux Mint

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open Terminal by going into the Start Menu and selecting Terminal.

   Open a web browser and search for what you're trying to install.
   
   For example, you might look up Install Google Chrome for Linux Mint command.
   
   The command should look something like this: sudo apt-get install chrome-browser.,,,, Make sure it is in capitals., Let it do this until it stops and says "Completed Task".,, Once it has done installing , you will get a confirmation text saying "Completed Task"., It should update the app and stop processing when it's done.,
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   Step 2: Find the right command.

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   Step 3: Copy the command by highlighting it and pressing Ctrl+C.

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   Step 4: Go back to the Terminal and paste in the command by pressing Ctrl+V.

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   Step 5: Press ↵ Enter.

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   Step 6: Select Y when asked for confirmation.

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   Step 7: Wait for the app to compile and download.

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   Step 8: Type or copy into the Terminal sudo apt-get install -f.

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   Step 9: Enter your username and password if asked.

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    Step 10: Type or copy/paste in sudo apt-get update.

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    Step 11: Go to Start and locate the application.

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