AppImage is a universal software format for distributing portable software on Linux without needing superuser permissions to install the application. AppImage doesn’t really install software. It’s a compressed image with all the dependencies and libraries needed to run the desired software.
AppImages are widely-used, convenient and useful one click solution in running and installing software.
This article looks at software which helps you manage AppImages on your system.
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| AppImage Package Managers Tools | |
|---|---|
| bauh | Supports Snaps, Flatpaks, AppImages, deb packages, web applications |
| zap | Supports desktop integration, delta updates and command line syntax |
| Go AppImage | Go implementation of AppImage tools |
| AppImagePool | Simple, modern AppImageHub client |
| AppMan | Manage 1900+ AppImage packages and official standalone apps |
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