In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Woxel on your Chromebook. Woxel is an innovative voxel-based game that allows users to create and explore 3D worlds. By following these steps, you'll be able to enjoy this creative application on your Chromebook, expanding its capabilities beyond traditional web-based tasks.

Enabling Linux Apps on Your Chromebook

Before we begin the installation process, we need to ensure that Linux apps are enabled on your Chromebook. This feature, also known as Crostini, allows you to run Linux applications alongside your Chrome OS apps, significantly expanding your Chromebook's functionality.

To enable Linux apps:

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 to set up Linux
4. Follow the prompts to turn on Linux

Once Linux is enabled, you're ready to proceed with the installation of Woxel.

Installing Woxel

We'll use Flatpak to install Woxel. Flatpak is a utility for software deployment and package management for Linux. It allows us to install and run applications in an isolated environment.

Follow these steps carefully:

1. Update Linux Apps Repositories

sudo apt update

2. Install Flatpak

sudo apt install flatpak

3. Add the Flathub Repository

sudo flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo

4. Install Woxel

sudo flatpak install flathub xyz.woxel.Woxel

5. Set Permissions for bwrap

sudo chown root:root /usr/bin/bwrap && sudo chmod u+s /usr/bin/bwrap

This last step is crucial as it sets the correct permissions for bwrap (bubblewrap), which is used by Flatpak to create and manage the isolated environments for applications.

Launching Woxel

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

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues during the installation or while running Woxel, here are a few tips:

• Ensure your Chromebook's software is up to date
• Restart your Chromebook after enabling Linux apps
• If Woxel doesn't appear in your app menu immediately, try restarting the Linux container

Additional Resources

For more information about Woxel and its features, you can visit the following resources:

About Flatpak:
https://flathub.org/apps/xyz.woxel.Woxel

Official Woxel Site:
https://woxels.github.io/

Google Doc used in the tutorial:
Tutorial Google Doc

Video Tutorial

Conclusion

By following this guide, you've successfully installed Woxel on your Chromebook, opening up a world of creative possibilities. Remember, the ability to run Linux apps on your Chromebook greatly expands its capabilities, allowing you to use a wide range of powerful applications beyond just Woxel.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out through a YouTube comment on the tutorial video. Happy creating with Woxel!

For more information about Chromebooks with Linux Apps support and a comprehensive Chromebook comparison guide, check out these resources:

All Currently Supported Chromebooks with Linux Apps (Crostini) support

Chromebook Comparison and Buyers Guide