How to install darktable on a Chromebook

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Installing darktable on a Chromebook

In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing darktable on your Chromebook. Darktable is a powerful, open-source photography workflow application and raw developer. It's an excellent tool for photographers who want to manage and process their digital negatives.

Before we begin, it's important to note that this guide assumes you have a Chromebook that supports Linux apps (Crostini). If you're unsure whether your Chromebook supports Linux apps, you can check our list of Chromebooks with Linux Apps support.

Step 1: Enable Linux Apps on Your Chromebook

If you haven't already enabled Linux apps on your Chromebook, follow these steps:

  1. Go to your Chromebook's System Settings
  2. Click on the "About Chrome OS" section on the left panel
  3. Under the Developer section, choose "Turn on" for Linux development environment
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up Linux

This process may take a few minutes, so be patient while your Chromebook sets up the Linux environment.

Step 2: Install darktable

Once you have Linux apps enabled, you can install darktable using the terminal. Here are the commands you'll need to use:

1) sudo apt update
2) sudo apt install darktable

Let's break down what these commands do:

  • The first command updates your Linux apps repositories, ensuring you have access to the latest versions of software.
  • The second command installs darktable on your system. When you run this command, you may be prompted to confirm the installation. Simply press Enter to proceed.

Step 3: Launch darktable

After the installation is complete, you can launch darktable from your app menu. Look for the darktable icon in your Linux apps section.

It's important to note that any content you want to use in darktable must be stored in your Linux files section in your Chromebook's file manager. This is because the Linux environment on your Chromebook is separate from the main Chrome OS environment for security reasons.

Additional Information

Darktable is a comprehensive tool for photographers, offering features like:

  • Non-destructive editing of raw images
  • Powerful color correction tools
  • Advanced noise reduction capabilities
  • Tethered shooting support

If you're new to darktable, it might take some time to familiarize yourself with its interface and capabilities. The official darktable website offers extensive documentation and tutorials to help you get started.

For more detailed instructions and visual guidance, please refer to the video tutorial below:

Useful Resources

Here are some additional resources you might find helpful:

We hope this guide helps you get started with darktable on your Chromebook. Happy photo editing!

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