How To Install OneNote on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

In this tutorial, we will show you how to install OneNote on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. OneNote is a feature-rich note-taking app that offers a wide range of tools for capturing, organizing, and collaborating on notes. It supports text, images, audio, and video, making it a versatile choice for both personal and professional use. Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, on the other hand, is a stable and user-friendly Linux distribution known for its reliability and extensive software ecosystem.

While there isn’t a native Linux version of OneNote, we can still enjoy its functionality on Ubuntu through a few workarounds. These methods include using Snap packages, running the web app as a Progressive Web App (PWA), or utilizing compatibility layers like Wine or PlayOnLinux.

This article assumes you have at least basic knowledge of Linux, know how to use the shell, and most importantly, you host your site on your own VPS. The installation is quite simple and assumes you are running in the root account, if not you may need to add ‘sudo‘ to the commands to get root privileges. I will show you the step-by-step installation of OneNote on Ubuntu 24.04 (Noble Numbat). You can follow the same instructions for Ubuntu 22.04 and any other Debian-based distribution like Linux Mint, Elementary OS, Pop!_OS, and more as well.

Prerequisites

• A server running one of the following operating systems: Ubuntu and any other Debian-based distribution like Linux Mint.
• It’s recommended that you use a fresh OS install to prevent any potential issues.
• SSH access to the server (or just open Terminal if you’re on a desktop).
• An active internet connection. You’ll need an internet connection to download the necessary packages and dependencies.
• An Ubuntu 24.04 system with root access or a user with sudo privileges.

Install OneNote on Ubuntu 24.04

Step 1. Updating the Package Repository.

Before proceeding with the installation, it’s crucial to ensure that your Ubuntu system is up to date. Open a terminal and run the following commands:

sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade

These commands will update the package lists and upgrade any outdated packages to their latest versions. Depending on your system, this process may take a few minutes to complete.

Step 2. Installing OneNote on Ubuntu 24.04.

• Method 1: Installing OneNote Using Snap

Snap is a package management system that simplifies the installation and distribution of applications on Linux. It provides a containerized environment, ensuring that apps run smoothly across different distributions. Here’s how to install OneNote using Snap:

sudo apt install snapd

Once Snap is installed, run the following command to install the unofficial OneNote desktop app:

sudo snap install onenote-desktop

After the installation is complete, you can launch OneNote from your application menu or by running onenote-desktop in the terminal.

It’s important to note that the Snap version of OneNote is an unofficial package that wraps the OneNote web app in an Electron.js container. While it provides a native desktop experience, it may not offer all the features and performance of the original Windows application.

• Method 2: Using OneNote as a Progressive Web App

Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) are web applications that can be installed and used like native apps. OneNote offers a web version that can be installed as a PWA on Ubuntu. Here’s how:

1. 1. Open your preferred web browser (e.g., Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox) and navigate to the OneNote web app at the official OneNote website.
   2. Sign in to your Microsoft account or create a new one if you don’t have one already.
   3. Once you’re signed in, click on the browser’s menu button (usually three dots or lines) and select “Install OneNote” or “Add to Home Screen.”
   4. Choose a name for the app and click “Install” or “Add.”
   5. OneNote will now be installed as a PWA and accessible from your application menu or desktop.

The PWA version of OneNote offers a similar experience to the web app but with the added benefits of offline access and a more integrated feel within your Ubuntu desktop environment.

• Method 3: Running OneNote Using Wine or PlayOnLinux

Wine is a compatibility layer that allows running Windows applications on Linux. PlayOnLinux is a user-friendly frontend for Wine that simplifies the installation and management of Windows apps. Here’s how to install OneNote using Wine or PlayOnLinux:

sudo apt install wine

Alternatively, you can install PlayOnLinux with:

sudo apt install playonlinux

Next, download the Windows installer for OneNote from the official Microsoft website.

After the downloaded installer with Wine or PlayOnLinux follow the installation wizard. Once the installation is complete, you can launch OneNote from the Wine or PlayOnLinux menu.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed OneNote. Thanks for using this tutorial for installing OneNote note-taking app on the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS system. For additional help or useful information, we recommend you check the official OneNote website.