In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Voxel Paint on your Chromebook. Voxel Paint is a powerful voxel-based 3D painting application that allows users to create stunning 3D artwork directly on their Chromebook. This tutorial is designed to complement our video guide, providing detailed step-by-step instructions and commands to ensure a smooth installation process.

Getting Started with Linux Apps on Chromebook

Before we begin, it's important to note that Voxel Paint runs on Linux, so we'll need to enable Linux apps on your Chromebook. If you haven't already done so, follow these steps:

1. Go to your Chromebook's System Settings
2. Click on the "About Chrome OS" section in the left panel
3. Under the Developer section, choose to set up Linux
4. Follow the prompts to turn on Linux

Once Linux apps are enabled, we can proceed with the installation of Voxel Paint.

Installation Process

We'll be using the terminal to install Voxel Paint. Don't worry if you're not familiar with the command line - we'll guide you through each step. Here are the commands you'll need to run:

1) sudo apt update
2) sudo apt install flatpak
3) sudo flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo
4) sudo flatpak install flathub com.voxdsp.VoxelPaint
5) sudo chown root:root /usr/bin/bwrap && sudo chmod u+s /usr/bin/bwrap

Let's break down what each of these commands does:

1. Updates the list of available packages and their versions
2. Installs Flatpak, a utility for software deployment and package management
3. Adds the Flathub repository, which hosts many Linux applications
4. Installs Voxel Paint from the Flathub repository
5. Sets the necessary permissions for the application to run correctly

To execute these commands, open a terminal from your app menu and paste each command, pressing Enter after each one. You may be prompted to confirm some installations - simply press Enter to proceed.

Video Tutorial

For a visual guide of this process, please refer to our video tutorial above. It provides a step-by-step walkthrough of the installation process, which can be especially helpful if you're new to using the terminal.

Additional Resources

To further assist you in this process, we've prepared a Google Doc with all the necessary information used in this tutorial.

About Voxel Paint

Voxel Paint is an open-source 3D voxel painting application. It's designed to be intuitive and user-friendly, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced 3D artists. With Voxel Paint, you can create complex 3D models using simple cube-based structures, offering a unique blend of simplicity and depth in 3D modeling.

For more information about Voxel Paint, you can visit the official GitHub repository. Here, you'll find detailed documentation, feature lists, and can even contribute to the project if you're interested in its development.

Troubleshooting and Support

If you encounter any issues during the installation process or while using Voxel Paint, don't hesitate to reach out. You can leave a comment on our YouTube video, and we'll be happy to assist you.

Conclusion

Installing Voxel Paint on your Chromebook opens up a world of 3D creativity right at your fingertips. Whether you're a hobbyist, an artist, or just curious about 3D modeling, Voxel Paint provides an accessible entry point into the world of 3D art. Enjoy exploring this powerful tool, and happy creating!

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