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How Do I Install Optifine on Linux?

Maya Lin-Takahashi • • 3 min read
How Do I Install Optifine on Linux?
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Is OptiFine available for Linux?

If you want to get the best out of Minecraft on Linux, you need the Optifine mod.

How do I use OptiFine on Linux?

thecoder-001 commented on May 27, 2020 • edited

  1. Open terminal.
  2. Type in sudo chmod +x /home/path/to/the/file/OptiFine.jar.
  3. Type in your password (it would not be visible & also wouldn’t be represented) and press Enter.
  4. now open the java file by double clicking it. It should launch and you are good to go!
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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.