In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Blender 4.3.2 on your Chromebook. Blender is a powerful, open-source 3D creation suite that supports the entire 3D pipeline—modeling, rigging, animation, simulation, rendering, compositing, motion tracking, and video editing. By following these steps, you'll be able to unleash your creativity and explore the world of 3D design right from your Chromebook.

Compatibility Note

Before we begin, it's important to note that this tutorial is specifically designed for Chromebooks with Intel or AMD processors that support Linux Apps. Unfortunately, this method won't work on Chromebooks with ARM64 architecture CPUs. If you're unsure about your Chromebook's processor, you can check our comprehensive lists of Intel-based Chromebooks and AMD-based Chromebooks.

Video Tutorial

For a visual guide to complement these written instructions, please refer to the following video tutorial:

Step-by-Step Installation Process

Follow these commands in your Chromebook's Linux terminal to install Blender 4.3.2:

1. Update your package list:

   sudo apt update

2. Install necessary dependencies:

   sudo apt install kmenuedit libecore1

3. Download Blender 4.3.2:

   wget https://mirrors.ocf.berkeley.edu/blender/release/Blender4.3/blender-4.3.2-linux-x64.tar.xz

4. Extract the downloaded file:

   tar -xf blender-4.3.2-linux-x64.tar.xz

5. Launch Blender:

   ./blender-4.3.2-linux-x64/blender

6. Add Blender to your application menu:

   kmenuedit

These commands will download, extract, and set up Blender on your Chromebook. The last command, kmenuedit, allows you to add Blender to your application menu for easy access in the future.

Additional Resources

For more detailed information and reference, you can access the Google Doc used in the tutorial. This document may contain supplementary details or troubleshooting tips.

Official Blender Website

To learn more about Blender, its features, and community resources, visit the official Blender website: https://www.blender.org/

Chromebook Resources

If you're interested in exploring more about Chromebooks and their capabilities, check out these resources:

• All Currently Supported Chromebooks with Linux Apps (Crostini) support
• Chromebook Comparison and Buyers Guide

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We hope this guide helps you successfully install and start using Blender on your Chromebook. Remember, 3D design and animation can be resource-intensive, so be patient with your Chromebook as it processes complex scenes. Happy creating!