Sometimes, you just need a simple and easy-to-use paint program — whether for quick sketches, annotations, or basic image editing. On FunOS, you can easily add KolourPaint, a lightweight yet feature-rich painting application. This guide will walk you through how to install, use, and, if needed, uninstall KolourPaint on FunOS.

What is KolourPaint?

KolourPaint is a free, open-source paint program for KDE desktop environments, but it works well on other Linux environments too, including FunOS. It is designed to be easy to use, providing a familiar experience for users who have previously used Microsoft Paint. KolourPaint supports simple drawing, image manipulation, and editing tasks like resizing, cropping, rotating, and adding text to images — making it a great tool for quick graphic work.

How to Install KolourPaint on FunOS

Installing KolourPaint on FunOS is straightforward. Just follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Open a Terminal

You can open a Terminal in any of the following ways:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner of the screen, then click Terminal.
• Click the Terminal icon directly from the Tray.
• Press Ctrl + Alt + T on your keyboard.

Step 2: Update the Package List

Before installing new software, it’s a good idea to refresh the package list. Run the following command:

sudo apt update

Step 3: Install KolourPaint

Now, install KolourPaint by entering the following command:

sudo apt install kolourpaint

Follow the prompts if asked to confirm the installation.

Step 4: Reload the Menu

After installing new applications, it’s important to refresh the menu to make them visible. Here’s how:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
• Click Reload menu.

This action updates the menu so that KolourPaint appears in the appropriate category.

Launching KolourPaint

Once installed and the menu is refreshed, you can launch KolourPaint easily:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
• Navigate to the Graphics category.
• Click on KolourPaint to open it.

You’re now ready to start creating and editing images!

How to Uninstall KolourPaint on FunOS

If you ever need to remove KolourPaint from your system, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open a Terminal

Open the Terminal using any of the methods described earlier.

Step 2: Remove KolourPaint

To uninstall KolourPaint, run:

sudo apt remove --purge kolourpaint

This command will completely remove KolourPaint from your system.

Step 3: Remove Any Unused Dependencies

After removing the application, it’s a good idea to clean up any unused dependencies:

sudo apt autoremove --purge

This helps keep your system clean and saves disk space.

Step 4: Reload the Menu

Just like after installation, you should reload the menu:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
• Click Reload menu.

This will update the menu to reflect that KolourPaint has been removed.

Conclusion

KolourPaint is a handy and lightweight application for anyone who needs simple image editing capabilities without the complexity of professional graphic design software. By following this guide, you can easily install, use, and, if needed, uninstall KolourPaint on FunOS.
Enjoy a more creative and productive experience with your FunOS system!