Installing EdrawMax on Ubuntu remains a straightforward process for users looking for a professional-grade diagramming and mind-mapping tool. As of 2021 and continuing through recent versions like 22.04, EdrawMax provides native support for Debian-based systems via .deb packages. Prerequisites & System Requirements
Before starting the installation, ensure your system meets the minimum hardware and software needs:
Operating System: Compatible with Ubuntu, Debian, Mint, and other popular Linux distributions.
RAM: Minimum 2 GB (4 GB recommended for smoother performance). Disk Space: Approximately 4 GB for installation files.
Graphics: OpenGL 2.0 or higher is required for the interface to render correctly.
Permissions: You must have sudo or root privileges to install software packages. Step-by-Step Installation Guide 1. Download the Installation Package
Navigate to the official EdrawMax Download page and select the Linux version.
For Ubuntu, ensure you download the Debian-based (.deb) package.
Alternatively, some versions may be available as a compressed .gz or .run file, though the .deb package is the standard for Ubuntu users. 2. Install via Terminal (Recommended)
While you can often double-click the file to install via the Software Center, using the terminal ensures you see any missing dependency errors immediately. Open your terminal and run:
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If you lack administrative privileges on your Ubuntu 2021 machine (e.g., a work computer), you can use the portable version.
Step 1: Download the Tar.gz archive
Download the portable tarball from the official EdrawMax website.
Step 2: Extract to a local directory
tar -xzf edrawmax_portable_2021.tar.gz -C ~/Applications/
Step 3: Run the executable
Navigate to the extracted folder and double-click the edrawmax binary file, or run it via terminal:
~/Applications/EdrawMax/edrawmax
Note: The portable version does not integrate with your system’s application menu. You may need to create a custom .desktop file manually.
The easiest and most stable way to install EdrawMax on Ubuntu 2021 is by using the Debian package provided by EdrawSoft.
Step 1: Download the Linux Installer
Open your web browser and navigate to the official EdrawMax download page. As of 2021, the Linux version is listed under "Other Platforms." Method 3: Installing the Portable Version (No Sudo
edrawmax_10.5.2_amd64.debAlternatively, you can use wget in the terminal. Open a terminal (Ctrl + Alt + T) and run:
cd ~/Downloads
wget https://www.edrawsoft.com/download/edrawmax-linux-64.deb
(Note: The exact URL may change. Always check the official site for the latest 2021 link.)
Step 2: Install Using dpkg
Once the download is complete, use the Debian package manager to install it.
sudo dpkg -i edrawmax-linux-64.deb
Step 3: Fix Missing Dependencies
The above command might throw errors regarding missing libraries (e.g., libgtk-3-0 or libnotify). To automatically resolve and install these dependencies, run:
sudo apt-get install -f
This command will pull all required dependencies from the Ubuntu 2021 repositories.
Step 4: Launch EdrawMax
Once complete, you can launch EdrawMax either by:
edrawmax in the terminal.Problem: Ubuntu 21.04 moved to OpenSSL 1.1.x and 3.0, but EdrawMax 2021 was compiled against 1.0.0. Step 3: Run the executable Navigate to the
Solution: Download and install the older OpenSSL manually (use with caution):
wget http://archive.ubuntu.com/ubuntu/pool/main/o/openssl1.0/libssl1.0.0_1.0.2n-1ubuntu5_amd64.deb
sudo dpkg -i libssl1.0.0_1.0.2n-1ubuntu5_amd64.deb
| Feature | Snap Version | AppImage Version | |-----------------------|-----------------------------|--------------------------------| | Installation ease | One command | Requires chmod +x | | Auto-updates | Yes | No (manual re-download) | | Desktop integration| Automatic (.desktop file) | Manual | | Launch speed | Slow (first launch) | Fast | | Permission control| Fine-grained (Snap connect) | Full system access | | Recommended for | Beginners, LTS users | Advanced users, offline work |
If you are uncomfortable with the terminal, Ubuntu 2021 allows graphical .deb installation via the Gdebi package installer.
Step 1: Install Gdebi (if not already present)
Open the Ubuntu Software Center, search for "Gdebi," and install it. Alternatively, use the terminal:
sudo apt update
sudo apt install gdebi
Step 2: Right-click and Install
Navigate to your ~/Downloads folder. Right-click on the edrawmax-linux-64.deb file.
Step 3: Click "Install Package"
Gdebi will automatically check for dependency issues. If everything is green, click "Install Package." You will be prompted for your sudo password.
Step 4: Launch
After installation, Gdebi will notify you. You can now find EdrawMax in your application grid.