openlp/documentation/manual/source/installation.rst

Installing OpenLP

Microsoft Windows

Installing OpenLP is identical over all supported versions of Windows. After downloading the file from the download page open the file by double clicking when the download is complete. After opening the downloaded file agree to open the unverified file if you are prompted.

Next select your language and click OK

After reading the welcome message click Next to continue the installation.

Agree to the license agreement. Click Next to continue.

Select the install location for OpenLP. Choosing the default location is generally the best choice. Click Next to continue.

Select a start menu folder for OpenLP to be visible in. The default location here is generally the best choice. Click Next to continue.

Select if you want to create a desktop or Quick Launch icon. Click Next to continue.

Review your previous choices. If you need to make any changes click the Back button to get to the previous choices, or click Install

The progress bar will update you on how far along the installation has gone.

When the install is complete you will have the option to launch OpenLP. After making your selection click Finish

Mac OS X

Installing OpenLP on OS X is very simple. After downloading the correct file from the OpenLP download page double click on the .dmg file. Drag the OpenLP icon over to the Applications folder and you will be ready to use OpenLP. OpenLP will be available in your Applications folder.

Linux

Installation process on Linux distributions vary by distribution. See the OpenLP download page for distribution specific instructions.