FunOS

Pencil2D is a powerful yet lightweight 2D animation software that’s perfect for artists and animators who want to create hand-drawn animations. Whether you’re a hobbyist or a professional, Pencil2D offers a simple and intuitive interface that allows you to focus on your creativity. In this article, we’ll walk you through how to install Pencil2D on FunOS, a minimal and efficient GNU/Linux distribution. We’ll also explain how to remove it completely if needed.

What is Pencil2D?

Pencil2D is a free and open-source software for creating traditional hand-drawn 2D animations. It supports both bitmap (raster) and vector graphics, enabling you to sketch, ink, and paint seamlessly. The interface is clean and minimal, designed to reduce distractions and allow animators to focus on their work.

Key features of Pencil2D:

• Minimal and intuitive interface that’s easy to learn.
• Raster and vector workflows for flexibility in your drawing process.
• Cross-platform support for Windows, macOS, Linux, and FreeBSD.
• Open source and free, including for commercial use.
• Community-driven development, maintained entirely by volunteers.

How to Install Pencil2D on FunOS

Installing Pencil2D on FunOS is simple because it’s available in the official Ubuntu repositories, which FunOS is based on.

Step 1: Open a Terminal

There are several ways to open a terminal in FunOS:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner, then select Terminal.
• Click the Terminal icon located in the Tray.
• Press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Alt + T.

Step 2: Update the Package List

Before installing any new package, it’s a good idea to update the list of available packages:

sudo apt update

Step 3: Install Pencil2D

Now install Pencil2D by entering the following command:

sudo apt install pencil2d

Wait for the installation to complete.

Step 4: Reload the Menu

After installing new software on FunOS, the application menu might not update automatically. To make Pencil2D appear in the menu:

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

Launching Pencil2D

To launch Pencil2D:

• Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner.
• Navigate to the Graphics category.
• Click on Pencil2D to open the application.

How to Uninstall Pencil2D on FunOS

If you decide you no longer need Pencil2D, you can remove it from your system completely.

Step 1: Open a Terminal

Use any of the methods mentioned above to open a terminal.

Step 2: Remove Pencil2D

Uninstall the Pencil2D package using:

sudo apt remove --purge pencil2d

Step 3: Remove Any Unused Dependencies

To clean up any packages that were installed with Pencil2D and are no longer needed:

sudo apt autoremove --purge

Step 4: Remove User Data (Optional)

If you want to completely erase Pencil2D-related configuration and user data:

rm -rf $HOME/.config/Pencil
rm -rf $HOME/.local/share/Pencil2D

Be careful with rm -rf—make sure the paths are typed correctly to avoid deleting important files.

Step 5: Reload the Menu

Finally, reload the menu to remove Pencil2D from the application list:

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

Conclusion

Pencil2D is an excellent choice for anyone interested in creating 2D hand-drawn animations, offering a smooth experience for both beginners and professionals. Thanks to its availability in the Ubuntu repositories, installing it on FunOS is straightforward and only takes a few minutes. Whether you’re sketching, animating, or experimenting with vector artwork, Pencil2D provides a solid and distraction-free environment. And if you ever need to remove it, the process is just as simple.