Use IrfanView on Ubuntu - how it works

The IrfanView program is becoming increasingly popular among Windows users. Here's how to use it on Ubuntu.

IrfanView for Ubuntu - is there?

Unfortunately, the answer to this is as simple as it is disappointing: No.

• Unfortunately, the popular tool is still not available for Linux.
• Fortunately, there is still a solution.

Use IrfanView via Wine - how it works

Wine is a well-known program for getting Windows applications up and running on Linux. You can find out how to install it in this practical tip.

1. After installing Wine you have to download IrfanView as an ".exe file" and the file "mfc42.dll". A Google search provides the necessary files.
2. Then save both downloaded files in the same folder. Now click with the right mouse button on the ".exe file" from IrfanView, click on "open with" and then select "Wine".
3. Now carry out the installation as you are used to under Windows. After setting up, IrfanView opens.
4. If you want to open IrfanView again, go to the installation path and click twice with the mouse on the ".exe file". Then IrfanView is started.

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