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MySQL Workbench is a cross-platform visual tool that allows users to manage SQL databases and SQL development. In this guide, we\u2019ll show you how to get the MySQL Workbench tool up and running on Ubuntu Linux.<\/p>\n

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Downloading MySQL Workbench on Ubuntu\u00a0<\/h2>\n

MySQL Workbench is available for all recent versions of Ubuntu. Primarily, the software is targeted at LTS releases. However, it is possible to get it working on any release of Ubuntu, as the packages are updated regularly.<\/p>\n

To download the latest MySQL Workbench software on Ubuntu, you\u2019ll need to visit their website. Unfortunately, it isn\u2019t possible to download directly from the command line due to the MySQL website.\u00a0<\/p>\n

To download the latest MySQL Workbench to your Ubuntu PC, follow the instructions down below that correspond to the release of Ubuntu you are currently using.<\/p>\n

Note: MySQL Workbench and working on Ubuntu should also work on any Linux OS based upon Ubuntu. Users should also be able to get the app working on Debian and OSes based upon Debian.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Ubuntu 20.10<\/h3>\n

To download MySQL Workbench on Ubuntu 20.10, head over to the workbench website. Once on the website, find the \u201cSelect Operating System\u201d drop-down menu. Set this menu to \u201cUbuntu Linux.\u201d<\/p>\n

After setting the menu to Ubuntu Linux, locate \u201cUbuntu Linux 20.10 (x86, 64-bit), DEB Package\u201d and click on the download button next to it to grab the latest release of the package.<\/p>\n

Ubuntu 20.04<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019d like to get MySQL Workbench on Ubuntu 20.04, start by heading over to the workbench website. On the website, find the \u201cSelect Operating System\u201d drop-down menu and set it to \u201cUbuntu Linux.\u201d<\/p>\n

With the menu set to \u201cUbuntu Linux,\u201d download links will appear. Look for \u201cUbuntu Linux 20.04 (x86, 64-bit), DEB Package,\u201d and select the download button next to it to grab the package.<\/p>\n

Ubuntu 18.04<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re still on Ubuntu 18.04 and need to get the MySQL Workbench app installed, here\u2019s what to do. First, head over to the website and find the \u201cSelect Operating System\u201d drop-down menu. Set it to \u201cUbuntu Linux.\u201d<\/p>\n

Once the menu is set, download links will appear on the page. Locate the \u201cUbuntu Linux 18.04 (x86, 64-bit), DEB Package\u201d option, and click on the download link next to it to grab the latest package.<\/p>\n

Verifying your download<\/h4>\n

It is a good idea to verify the package you\u2019ve downloaded from the MySQL website. Verifying the integrity of these files ensures you are installing software that is safe and not tampered with.<\/p>\n

To verify the MySQL Workbench DEB packages\u2019 integrity, head over to the official MySQL Workbench documentation. The docs outline precisely how you can verify the signatures on your package to determine if it is safe to use.<\/p>\n

Installing MySQL Workbench on Ubuntu \u2013 terminal<\/h2>\n

To install the MySQL Workbench application on Ubuntu via the terminal, do the following. First, launch a terminal window. To launch a terminal window on the Ubuntu desktop, press\u00a0Ctrl + Alt + T\u00a0<\/strong>on the keyboard. Or, search for \u201cTerminal\u201d in the app menu.<\/p>\n

Once you\u2019ve opened the terminal window, use the\u00a0CD\u00a0<\/strong>command to move into the \u201cDownloads\u201d folder. This folder has the MySQL DEB package.<\/p>\n

\ncd ~\/Downloads\n<\/pre>\n
From here, you can install the MySQL DEB package. To do that, use the following\u00a0apt install\u00a0<\/strong>command below.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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\nsudo apt install .\/mysql-workbench-community_*_amd64.deb\n<\/pre>\n
Upon entering the command above, Ubuntu will detect the package in your \u201cDownloads\u201d folder and automatically detect any dependencies and libraries that must be installed alongside it.<\/p>\n
When Ubuntu is done collecting everything, you\u2019ll see a prompt that asks you if you\u2019d like to install the software. From here, press the\u00a0Y\u00a0<\/strong>button to confirm. After confirming, Ubuntu will install MySQL Workbench onto your system.<\/p>\n
After the installation is complete, close the terminal window.<\/p>\n
Installing MySQL Workbench on Ubuntu \u2013 GUI<\/h2>\n
To install the MySQL Workbench DEB package in GUI mode, do the following. First, open up the Ubuntu file manager. Once it is open, find the \u201cDownloads\u201d folder and select it to access your downloads.<\/p>\n
Inside the \u201cDownloads\u201d folder, locate the MySQL DEB package and right-click on it with the mouse. In the right-click menu, select \u201cOpen With Software Install\u201d and click on it. By choosing this option, the Ubuntu Software app will launch.<\/p>\n
Inside Ubuntu Software, locate the \u201cInstall\u201d button and click on it with the mouse. You\u2019ll then be prompted to enter your password. Do so.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Upon entering your password, the software will install on Ubuntu. The installation will not take long. When the process is complete, you\u2019re free to use the software as you see fit.<\/p>\n
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Now that MySQL Workbench is installed on Ubuntu, the setup process is complete. Feel free to close the Ubuntu Software window as it is no longer needed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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