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For many, the command line is the heart of Linux. However, GitHub Desktop offers several visual advantages:
sudo dpkg -i GitHubDesktop-linux-amd64-*.deb
The official GitHub Desktop for Linux is maintained by the community (shiftkey) because GitHub itself doesn’t provide a Linux .deb directly. This is the widely accepted standard.
Open your terminal in the download folder and install it using apt : sudo apt install ./GitHubDesktop-linux-amd64.deb Use code with caution. Method 3: Install via Flatpak
With GitHub Desktop for Linux, you can:
This method adds the repository to your system, ensuring that GitHub Desktop updates automatically when you run your regular system updates.
Easily view side-by-side or unified code changes before committing.
Method 1: Installing via the APT Package Manager (Recommended)
The community-provided .deb package of GitHub Desktop offers Debian-based Linux users a practical, integrated way to use a familiar Git GUI. While not officially supported by GitHub, the shiftkey fork has matured into a reliable solution that respects Debian’s package management conventions. By leveraging APT repositories, users can enjoy automatic updates, dependency handling, and system-wide installation. For developers who prefer visual tools over the command line, GitHub Desktop on Debian—via the .deb package—is a productive and accessible choice.
Select your repository from the list or click the tab to paste a link. Choose a local path on your Linux machine and click Clone . Making Changes and Committing
Note: Replace the filename with the exact version you downloaded if you have multiple copies. Alternative: Install via APT Repository
sudo sh -c 'echo "deb [arch=amd64 signed-by=/usr/share/keyrings/shiftkey-packages.gpg] https://shiftkey.dev any main" > /etc/apt/sources.list.dir/shiftkey-packages.list' Use code with caution. Step 3: Update and Install
For users who want the simplest possible experience, a community script automates the entire process. The script downloads and installs the most recent version, checks for updates, and works with deb and rpm packages.
For many, the command line is the heart of Linux. However, GitHub Desktop offers several visual advantages:
sudo dpkg -i GitHubDesktop-linux-amd64-*.deb
The official GitHub Desktop for Linux is maintained by the community (shiftkey) because GitHub itself doesn’t provide a Linux .deb directly. This is the widely accepted standard.
Open your terminal in the download folder and install it using apt : sudo apt install ./GitHubDesktop-linux-amd64.deb Use code with caution. Method 3: Install via Flatpak
With GitHub Desktop for Linux, you can:
This method adds the repository to your system, ensuring that GitHub Desktop updates automatically when you run your regular system updates.
Easily view side-by-side or unified code changes before committing.
Method 1: Installing via the APT Package Manager (Recommended)
The community-provided .deb package of GitHub Desktop offers Debian-based Linux users a practical, integrated way to use a familiar Git GUI. While not officially supported by GitHub, the shiftkey fork has matured into a reliable solution that respects Debian’s package management conventions. By leveraging APT repositories, users can enjoy automatic updates, dependency handling, and system-wide installation. For developers who prefer visual tools over the command line, GitHub Desktop on Debian—via the .deb package—is a productive and accessible choice.
Select your repository from the list or click the tab to paste a link. Choose a local path on your Linux machine and click Clone . Making Changes and Committing
Note: Replace the filename with the exact version you downloaded if you have multiple copies. Alternative: Install via APT Repository
sudo sh -c 'echo "deb [arch=amd64 signed-by=/usr/share/keyrings/shiftkey-packages.gpg] https://shiftkey.dev any main" > /etc/apt/sources.list.dir/shiftkey-packages.list' Use code with caution. Step 3: Update and Install
For users who want the simplest possible experience, a community script automates the entire process. The script downloads and installs the most recent version, checks for updates, and works with deb and rpm packages.