OnlyOffice for Ubuntu

Juniya

September 14, 2024

Hello everyone, you can download OnlyOffice for Ubuntu, surprisingly, it’s actually for free. This Microsoft Office alternative shouldn’t be overlooked and it is worth your time to at least try.

Today we will highlight a very well put together office app known as ONLYOFFICE, for whatever reasons, they like to capitalize the name but besides that, this app is much better than I originally thought it would be. I received an email last week to take a closer look at OnlyOffice and I am glad I actually did.

I downloaded it quickly and played around with it for a couple days and it’s simply great. It gets the job done and it is yet another proven Google Docs alternative that can open Microsoft Office files including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and whatever else.

The developers of OnlyOffice also made it possible to use their software on the cloud and you can access the online editor if you prefer to use a browser instead of native apps. So basically, OnlyOffice does it all and it seems like they can compete against the likes of LibreOffice and even my personal favorite, WPS Office. Let me know in the comments what you think about this app if you decide to try it.

How to install OnlyOffice on Ubuntu

o install OnlyOffice on your Ubuntu system, follow the instructions below:

Choose where you want to download OnlyOffice from:
- Download from the Official Website (Deb, RPM, and other formats)
- Download from Flatpak (Flatpak package)
- Download from the Snap Store (Snap package)
Once downloaded, follow the installation instructions provided for your chosen format. After installation, you can launch OnlyOffice from your applications menu and start editing your documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.

How to install OnlyOffice using the command line

Open Terminal:
Press Ctrl + Alt + T to open the terminal.
Update Your System:
Run the following command to update your package list:
sudo apt update
Install ONLYOFFICE:
Navigate to the directory where the downloaded Deb package is located and run:
sudo dpkg -i onlyoffice-desktopeditors-amd64.deb
Fix Dependencies (if needed):
If there are any dependency issues, resolve them with:
sudo apt --fix-broken install

And that’s it, you can start using it by finding it in the applications menu, good luck.

What is OnlyOffice About?

ONLYOFFICE is a versatile office suite for business collaboration, document management, and seamless integration across platforms. It offers tools for document editing, project management, email, CRM, and calendar features, making it an all-in-one productivity solution.

Key Features:

Document Management: Store, organize, and collaborate on documents with high compatibility with Microsoft Office formats (DOCX, XLSX, PPTX).
PDF Editor: Includes a comprehensive PDF editor for creating, editing, annotating, and filling PDF forms directly within the suite.
Mail Integration: Manage multiple email accounts, organize messages, and access contacts and files from any device.
CRM and Project Management: Streamline workflows from lead generation to order fulfillment, and manage projects with task prioritization and progress tracking.
Calendar and Time Management: Sync with third-party calendars, create personal or team schedules, and set reminders for events.
Collaborative Tools: Real-time co-editing, version history, comments, and communication options like integrated chat and video calls.
Security and Deployment: Available as both cloud-based and self-hosted options, with robust security features, including end-to-end encryption and customizable access controls. The open-source code allows further customization and integration.