Question 1

How do I install Buka on Ubuntu?

Accepted Answer

You can install Buka on Ubuntu using the Snap package by running 'sudo snap install buka' or by downloading the DEB file from the releases page and installing it with 'sudo dpkg --install'. Both methods are straightforward and detailed in the README.

Question 2

Does Buka support EPUB files?

Accepted Answer

No, Buka currently only supports PDF format, as stated in the README. This limitation means it's not suitable for users with EPUB or other ebook formats in their collection.

Question 3

How can I customize the reading settings in Buka?

Accepted Answer

Buka offers configurable reading settings to help focus on content, though the README doesn't specify details. Based on screenshots, you can likely adjust aspects like zoom or layout, but advanced customization may be limited.

Question 4

Is Buka better than Calibre for reading PDFs?

Accepted Answer

Buka is minimalist and focused on distraction-free PDF reading, while Calibre is feature-rich with format conversion and library management. Choose Buka for simplicity, but Calibre if you need more tools beyond basic reading.

Question 5

Does Buka work on Windows or Mac?

Accepted Answer

The README only provides installation guides for Linux systems via Snap, DEB, RPM, or AppImage. There's no mention of Windows or macOS support, so it's primarily a Linux application.

Question 6

How to build Buka from source code?

Accepted Answer

To build from source, clone the GitHub repository, run 'npm install' to install dependencies, then 'npm run build' and 'npm start' to launch. This requires Node.js and npm installed on your system.

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