(Archived) Evernote on Linux (Wine works!)

[dliska 0]

I realize that demand for a Linux client might not be extensive, but given the recent emergence of "mini" laptops (Eee PC, HP mini-note, etc...) I'd argue that there's a real opportunity here. These class of machines usually come with a version of Linux (more expensive Windows versions are available).

Personally, I use Evernote for all my note taking and this is the primary reason I drag my (unfortunately large) laptop with me everywhere. A small machine just for note taking is an attractive idea, so I've been looking at some of the machines mentioned above. In the meantime, I've been testing Evernote 3 on Ubuntu via Wine. So far, it works like a champ. I'd prefer to have a native client, but for anyone else out there considering Linux or a mini notebook...it can work.

Dean

[jloveless 0]

Good news. Now I'll have to try it. Did you have to copy over any of the Win dll's to get it to work? Any other roadblocks you encountered that would save me some headache?

[dliska 0]

I didn't do anything special. Installed Wine, installed EN3 via Wine. Used Ubuntu (Hardy Haron). Worked first time.

Dean

[jloveless 0]

Thanks. I just did the same and it works fine. I also have Heron and since they install Firefox 3.x the clipper won't install. I can still clip to the web version of EN3 (which works just fine on Firefos 3.x, despite the Evernote warnings to the contrary.)

[dliska 0]

Good point on the clipper. I didn't factor that in.

Dean

[iafanasyev 1]

Reportedly, all you may need to do under WINE is install the tahoma.ttf file for Evernote to work.

[dliska 0]

I did install the Microsoft TrueType fonts earlier. Sounds like this is required?

Dean

[tuatha 0]

Just adding my vote for a native Linux client.

Thanks!

[nedludd 0]

I'd love to see a native Linux client too. Evernote works under wine, but it's a little slow (wine's fault) and looks ugly.

[michelleavery8 0]

I've been using evernote under wine since I fell in love with evernote a month ago, and for the most part it works really well. However, the one feature I really miss is that ctl+alt+v (which I rely on heavily when using windows) doesn't appear to work. Has anyone found a way go get similar functionality when running under wine?