How to install Sublime Text on Linux Mint 22

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In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Sublime Text on Linux Mint 22. Sublime Text is a sophisticated text editor for code, markup, and prose, known for its speed, ease of use, and powerful features.

Why Sublime Text?

Sublime Text has gained popularity among developers for several reasons:

  • Fast and responsive, even for large files
  • Highly customizable with a rich ecosystem of packages
  • Multi-platform support (Linux, macOS, Windows)
  • Powerful features like multiple selections and command palette

Installation Process

The installation process involves a few steps to ensure we're getting Sublime Text from a trusted source. Here's a breakdown of what we'll do:

  1. Download and add the Sublime Text security key
  2. Install a required package for HTTPS repository support
  3. Add the Sublime Text repository to our system
  4. Update the system's repository information
  5. Install Sublime Text

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these commands in your terminal to install Sublime Text:


1) wget -qO - https://download.sublimetext.com/sublimehq-pub.gpg | sudo apt-key add -
2) sudo apt install apt-transport-https
3) echo "deb https://download.sublimetext.com/ apt/stable/" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/sublime-text.list
4) sudo apt update
5) sudo apt install sublime-text

Explanation of Commands

Let's break down what each command does:

  1. Downloads the Sublime Text GPG key and adds it to your system's trusted keys.
  2. Installs the 'apt-transport-https' package, which allows the use of repositories accessed via HTTPS.
  3. Adds the official Sublime Text repository to your system's software sources.
  4. Updates your system's package information to include the new repository.
  5. Installs Sublime Text from the newly added repository.

Post-Installation

After installation, you can launch Sublime Text from your application menu or by typing 'subl' in the terminal. Consider exploring the various packages and themes available to customize your Sublime Text experience.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any issues during installation:

  • Ensure your system is up to date before starting the installation process.
  • Check your internet connection if you're having trouble downloading the GPG key or updating repositories.
  • If you get a 'permission denied' error, make sure you're using 'sudo' for commands that require administrative privileges.

For more information about Sublime Text and its features, visit the official website:

https://www.sublimetext.com/

We hope this guide helps you get started with Sublime Text on your Linux Mint system. Happy coding!

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