Step-by-Step TX Application Setup

Aug 29, 2024

TX Application Setup Guide

Introduction

  • Steps to maximize TX capabilities and improve quality of life after installation.
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Initial Setup

  1. Run Package Updates

    • Command: pkg update and pkg upgrade
    • Purpose: Updates all packages and package sources.
  2. Set Up Storage

    • Command: tx setup storage
    • Purpose: Grants TX storage permissions for file management.

Install Basic Packages

  1. Git

    • Command: pkg install git
    • Purpose: Clone repositories from GitHub.
  2. Python

    • Command: pkg install python
    • Purpose: Popular programming language for scripting.
  3. Node.js

    • Command: pkg install nodejs
    • Purpose: JavaScript runtime environment for running scripts.
  4. Wget

    • Command: pkg install wget
    • Purpose: Download files from the internet.
    • Usage: wget [URL] to download a file.
    • Opening files: tx open [filename.extension].

Learn Basic Linux Commands

  • Important commands to know:
    • cd: Change directories
    • ls: List directory contents
    • cp: Copy files
    • mv: Move files
    • mkdir: Create new directories

Install Text and Code Editors

  1. Nano

    • Command: pkg install nano
    • Purpose: Basic text editor.
  2. Emex

    • Command: pkg install emex
    • Purpose: Advanced code editor with graphical user interface.

Customize TX Appearance

  1. Install TX Styling App
    • Available on F-Droid.
  2. Change Color Scheme and Font
    • Long press on the screen for customization options.
    • Recommended font: Default Ubu or Fire Cod if available.

TX API Installation

  1. Install TX API
    • Command: pkg install tx-api
    • Purpose: Access phone functionalities (battery percentage, brightness, SMS, contacts, etc.).

Process Management

  1. Install Process Manager

    • Command: pkg install htop
    • Usage: Type htop to view active processes (ID, RAM, CPU usage).
  2. C Matrix

    • Command: pkg install cmatrix
    • Usage: Type cmatrix to display a Matrix effect.
    • Exit: Control + C.
  3. Web Browsing

    • Install w3m package for text-based browsing:
    • Command: pkg install w3m
    • Usage: w3m [URL] to fetch and view a website.

Additional Packages for Enhanced Functionality

  1. MySQL, PHP, Java
    • Commands: Install using relevant pkg commands.
  2. Midnight Commander
    • Command: pkg install mc
    • Purpose: File management with GUI.

Conclusion

  • Consider installing a graphical user interface for enhanced experience.
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