How can I make LibreOffice see files on other drives in Ubuntu?
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TechieTraveler99
I'm running Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS alongside Windows 10 on a dual boot setup, and I've been using LibreOffice installed via Snap version 25.8.3. Initially, I had it set up using the .deb package, but I always struggled with keeping it updated without leaving remnants behind. After a kernel panic caused issues with a file on my internal drive, I decided to do a clean install of LibreOffice through Snap. However, now I find I can't access files on other drives, which is really frustrating. I've learned that Snap has strict confinement that limits access to other drives, but I prefer to avoid leftovers when updating or reinstalling software. I want to know whether I should stick with the .deb package, try Flatpak, or if there's a way to grant permissions to Snap so that LibreOffice can access my files properly. Any advice?
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I'd recommend using the .deb installation. It's straightforward: just download the file, remove any existing .deb version with `apt remove`, navigate to the directory where you've unzipped the new files, and then run `dpkg install`. This way, you get easy updates and everything stays clean. Remember, if you want both your Ubuntu and Windows to access files, they need to be on an NTFS drive or a shared network drive, since Windows can't see Linux file systems.
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I hear you about the struggles with Snap! A lot of users feel the same way; it's not the most popular choice for installations in Ubuntu. Also, check if your document is corrupt – sometimes that can be a hassle. If you have backups, now’s a good time to use them!
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Actually, LibreOffice usually comes preinstalled on Ubuntu, and the package manager should handle updates. Have you checked to see if that's the case? Just using APT might be less of a headache than working with Snap, especially if updates have been a pain.
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