HOW TO Manually install an app using PlayOnLinux

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Take notes Go to https://appdb. winehq.org, find the program you wish to install and verify the version you’re installing is compatible (if it’s not listed, but earlier versions are compatible – experiment!). Also make a note of any comments about additional installation requirements, such as gdiplus.dll. Now visit the program’s website and download the program installer if you don’t have an installation disc.

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Set up virtual drive Open PlayOnLinux, select Install and then click ‘Install a non-listed program’. Click ‘Next’, select ‘Install a program in a new virtual drive’ and click ‘Next’ again. Name the drive after your program, click ‘Next’ and then tick the relevant options – in most cases just ‘Install some libraries’ before clicking ‘Next’. Leave the 32-bits option selected for compatibility reasons and click ‘Next’ again to proceed with the next section.

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Add libraries and install Install any recommended packages when prompted. Once done, place a tick next to each required component (typically under POL_install) and click ‘Next’, then wait for them to download and install. Next, either select your CD drive or choose ‘Select another file’ to locate and run the installation program. Follow the setup wizard through, then launch the program to verify it works before adding shortcuts to finish.