In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing VoxEdit on your Chromebook. VoxEdit is a powerful voxel editing tool that allows you to create and manipulate 3D models using cube-like elements. Whether you're a game developer, 3D artist, or just curious about voxel art, this tutorial will help you get started with VoxEdit on your Chromebook.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, ensure that your Chromebook supports Linux apps (Crostini). Most modern Chromebooks do, but if you're unsure, you can check our list of Chromebooks with Linux Apps support.

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

We've prepared a video tutorial to guide you through the installation process. Please follow along with the video and use the commands provided below for a smooth installation experience.

Commands for Installation

Here are the commands you'll need to run in your Linux terminal. Each command serves a specific purpose in the installation process:

1. sudo apt update - Updates the package lists for upgrades and new package installations.
2. sudo apt install flatpak - Installs Flatpak, a utility for software deployment and package management.
3. sudo flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo - Adds the Flathub repository to your system.
4. sudo flatpak install flathub io.github.mgerhardy.vengi.voxedit - Installs VoxEdit from the Flathub repository.
5. sudo chown root:root /usr/bin/bwrap && sudo chmod u+s /usr/bin/bwrap - Sets the correct permissions for the bwrap utility, which is used by Flatpak.

Copy and paste these commands into your terminal in the order they are listed. If you encounter any issues during the installation, please refer to our troubleshooting section below.

Understanding Flatpak and VoxEdit

Flatpak is a next-generation technology for building and distributing desktop applications on Linux. It provides a sandboxed environment where applications can run isolated from the rest of the system. This approach ensures better security and compatibility across different Linux distributions.

VoxEdit, the application we're installing, is part of the Vengi project. Vengi is an open-source voxel game engine and editor suite. VoxEdit specifically is a powerful tool for creating and editing voxel-based 3D models. These models can be used in voxel-based games, 3D printing projects, or as standalone art pieces.

For more information about VoxEdit and its features, you can visit the official Vengi website.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues during the installation process, here are a few tips:

• Ensure your Chromebook's Linux environment is up to date by running sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade before starting the installation.
• If you receive permission errors, make sure you're using sudo where required.
• In case of Flatpak-related errors, try restarting your Linux container and running the commands again.

If you still face difficulties, please leave a comment on our YouTube video, and we'll be happy to assist you further.

Additional Resources

To help you get the most out of your Chromebook, we've prepared some additional resources:

• Chromebook Comparison and Buyers Guide - Helpful if you're in the market for a new Chromebook.
• Google Doc used in the tutorial - Contains additional notes and information.
• Our mailing list - Sign up to be notified about major Chromebook sales.

We hope this guide helps you successfully install and start using VoxEdit on your Chromebook. Happy voxel editing!