betterdiscordctl
Manage BetterDiscord installation on Linux
TLDR
Install BetterDiscord on Discord Stable
Install BetterDiscord on Discord Canary
Install BetterDiscord on Discord PTB
Install BetterDiscord on Discord installed with Flatpak
Install BetterDiscord on Discord installed with Snap
SYNOPSIS
betterdiscordctl
PARAMETERS
install
Installs BetterDiscord to the specified Discord installation.
uninstall
Uninstalls BetterDiscord from the specified Discord installation.
update
Updates BetterDiscord to the latest version.
--help
Displays help information about betterdiscordctl and its subcommands.
--version
Displays the version of betterdiscordctl.
DESCRIPTION
betterdiscordctl is a command-line utility designed to simplify the installation, management, and updating of BetterDiscord on Linux systems. BetterDiscord enhances the Discord desktop application with themes, plugins, and other customization options. This tool automates common tasks such as downloading BetterDiscord, patching the Discord client, and keeping BetterDiscord up-to-date.
It aims to alleviate the manual steps typically involved in setting up and maintaining BetterDiscord, reducing the likelihood of errors and ensuring a smoother user experience.
betterdiscordctl handles tasks such as locating the Discord installation directory, applying necessary patches, and removing BetterDiscord when needed. It provides a user-friendly interface for managing BetterDiscord directly from the terminal.
CAVEATS
This tool modifies Discord's files. Improper use may lead to Discord instability or Terms of Service violations. Use at your own risk.
INSTALLATION DIRECTORY DETECTION
betterdiscordctl attempts to automatically detect the Discord installation directory. However, if it fails to do so, you may need to manually specify the directory using command-specific options (if available in future versions). Pay attention to the tool's output to ensure it's targeting the correct Discord installation.
SEE ALSO
discord(1)