Raspberry Pi

How do I run Epiphany Browser on Raspberry Pi?

Epiphany is a free open-source internet browser that can be installed on the different distributions of Linux. The prominent feature of the Epiphany browser is that it comes with built-in block pop-up features and it allows users to secure their operating system by blocking the unwanted websites and cookies. Moreover, you can extend the features of the Epiphany browser by installing different plugins and extensions of Epiphany.

This guide will provide you with information on the installation of the Epiphany browser on the Raspberry Pi operating system.

How to install Epiphany browser on Raspberry Pi operating system

Before installing the Epiphany browser on the Raspberry Pi operating system, we will update all the packages available in the repository of Raspberry Pi using the command:

$ sudo apt update

Use the apt package manager to install the Epiphany browser on the Raspberry Pi operating system:

$ sudo apt install epiphany-browser -y

When the Epiphany browser is installed on Raspberry Pi, use the command mentioned-below to launch the Epiphany:

$ epiphany

Visit the Google website to test the browser:

How to add Epiphany browser in the Application’s menu of the Raspberry Pi operating system

To add the Epiphany browser in the Application’s menu by clicking on the “Preference” in the Application menu:

Click on the “Main Menu Editor” in the drop-down menu of Preference:

Check the “Epiphany Web Browser” in the “Internet” menu and then click on the “Ok” button:

Now click on the “Internet” and choose “Web” to launch the application:

If you want to uninstall the Epiphany browser, run the below-mentioned command:

$ sudo apt purge epiphany-browser -y

Conclusion

Epiphany browser is a GNOME application created for Linux users to browse different websites for different purposes like to get information about different products. In this Guide, the installation of the Epiphany browser on Raspberry Pi and the method to add it to the application’s menu have been discussed in detail.

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