# How to install Gedit on Ubuntu 20.04? {% embed url="" %} ### **Overview** Gedit is a simple yet powerful text editor that is included as the default text editor for the GNOME desktop environment. It has a clean and user-friendly interface, with features such as syntax highlighting, bracket matching, and plugin support. If you're looking for a lightweight text editor that is easy to use, Gedit is a great choice. Here's how to install it on Ubuntu 20.04. ### **Prerequisites** There are certain prerequisites that need to be met before you begin. * Ubuntu 20.04-equipped system * A sudo-privileged user account * Internet connection * Knowledge of CLI ### Get Started You can install Gedit, the default text editor for the GNOME desktop environment on Ubuntu 20.04 using the terminal and the apt package manager: **Step 1:** Update the package list and upgrade the system. ``` sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade ``` ![](https://customer.acecloudhosting.com/index.php?rp=/images/kb/1516_1.png) **Step 2:** Install Gedit on your system by using the following apt command. ``` sudo apt install gedit ``` ![](https://customer.acecloudhosting.com/index.php?rp=/images/kb/1517_2.png) **Step 3:** Once the installation is complete, you can launch Gedit by running the following command in the terminal. ``` gedit ``` ![](https://customer.acecloudhosting.com/index.php?rp=/images/kb/1518_3.png) ### **Conclusion** Installing Gedit on Ubuntu 20.04 is a simple process that can be completed quickly using the terminal and the apt package manager. Once installed, Gedit provides a clean and intuitive user interface, making it a great choice for both casual and advanced users. Its built-in features such as syntax highlighting and bracket matching, combined with its extensibility through plugins, make it a versatile text editor that can handle a wide range of editing tasks. If you're looking for a lightweight and easy-to-use text editor for your Ubuntu 20.04 system, Gedit is an excellent choice.