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# Linux

SonarView for Linux is distributed via [AppImage](https://appimage.org/). [AppImageLauncher](https://github.com/TheAssassin/AppImageLauncher) (included in some distros) is suggested for the best experience. Supported architectures are x86\_64 and ARM64

### [Download SonarView](https://ceruleansonar.com/sonarview/)

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Older versions can be found [here](https://github.com/CeruleanSonar/SonarView/releases)
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1. Run the AppImage once the download has completed. Select "Integrate and Run"
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   2. If you do not wish to use AppImageLauncher, you will have to manually allow executing the AppImage as a program, and you will have to manually install the App in your system.
2. To start SonarView, select it from your distro's application menu