ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors is a free open-source office suite available under the GNU AGPL v.3.0 license. It includes editors for text documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, allowing users to work offline conveniently.
The latest update introduces a new tabbed interface that simplifies navigation through the expanding range of features. Editing tools are organized into tabs such as File, Home, Insert, Layout, References, Collaboration, and Plugins, making it easier for users to find what they need.
In addition to the new interface, several enhancements have been added:
- Table of Contents in the new References tab with a Navigation panel on the left side for easy headline navigation;
- New Collaboration tab that integrates co-editing features for efficient teamwork, including Sharing, Review, Comments, Version History, and Chat;
- Option to export documents to RTF format;
- 11 new formulas and improved cell formatting with new date formats and regional presets in the spreadsheet editor;
- Special paste and presentation-level comments in the presentation editor.
There are three main ways to install ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors on Ubuntu. Select the most suitable method from the options below.
1st Way to Install: DEB Package
Download the latest .deb package of ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors from the official website. For repository installation instructions, refer to this tutorial.
2nd Way to Install: Snap Package
ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors is available on the Snapcraft Store. To install, simply run the following command:
sudo snap install onlyoffice-desktopeditors
You can find the complete guide for the ONLYOFFICE snap package here.
3rd Way to Install: AppImage Package
Step 1: Download ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors packaged as an AppImage
wget https://github.com/ONLYOFFICE/appimage-desktopeditors/releases/download/v5.1.29/DesktopEditors-x86_64.AppImage
Step 2: Make the app executable
chmod a+x DesktopEditors-x86_64.AppImage
Step 3: Run the application
./DesktopEditors-x86_64.AppImage
Useful Links
- ONLYOFFICE support forum for any questions
- Explore ONLYOFFICE’s code repositories on GitHub
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What platforms are supported by ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors?
ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors can be installed on Windows, macOS, and various Linux distributions, including Ubuntu.
Can ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors be used offline?
Yes, ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors are designed to be fully functional offline, allowing you to edit documents without an internet connection.
Is ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors free to use?
Yes, the suite is free and open-source under the GNU AGPL v.3.0 license.
Can I collaborate in real-time with others using ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors?
Yes, the new Collaboration tab includes features like co-editing, sharing, comments, and chat for real-time teamwork, provided you have an internet connection.