I'm relatively new to openSUSE Tumbleweed and was wondering if anyone could guide me on how to set up and use Snap packages on this distribution. I've heard that Snap can provide access to a broader range of applications, and I'm eager to explore this on Tumbleweed. Could anyone share the steps or point me towards a detailed guide on getting Snap working in openSUSE Tumbleweed?
Here's a straightforward guide to getting Snap working on openSUSE Tumbleweed:
- Open a terminal and enter the following to install
snapd:sudo zypper addrepo --refresh https://download.opensuse.org/repositories/system:/snappy/openSUSE_Tumbleweed snappy sudo zypper refresh sudo zypper install snapd
- Once installed, enable and start the
snapdservice:sudo systemctl enable --now snapd
- To ensure classic Snap support, enable the
snapd.apparmorservice as well:sudo systemctl enable --now snapd.apparmor
- Reboot your system, or log out and back in, to make sure everything is set up correctly.
Now, you can install Snap packages using the snap install command. Enjoy exploring the Snap ecosystem!
@sravan Thanks for detailed steps!
For Snap support, you basically need to install snapd. However, keep in mind that Snap packages might not always integrate perfectly with Tumbleweed due to its rolling release nature. Always check the Snap package details for compatibility issues before installing.
You might want to reconsider using Snap on Tumbleweed. While it's possible, Snap packages are containerized and might not offer the best performance or integration compared to native RPM packages available through Zypper or Flatpak alternatives. Just a thought before you dive in!
In addition to what's been suggested, don't forget to check out the Snap Store online for a list of available packages. It's a great way to discover new apps that you can then install via command line. Snaps update automatically, so it's a convenient way to keep your applications up to date without much hassle.
Wow, thank you all for the quick responses and the valuable insights! I especially appreciate the detailed steps provided by Sravan. It was exactly what I was looking for, and I'm happy to report that I've successfully set up Snap on my openSUSE Tumbleweed system following those instructions. It's great to have access to a wider range of applications now. I'll also take a look at Flatpak, as suggested, to compare and see which fits my needs better. Thanks again to everyone who took the time to help out. This community is awesome!