Linux · Internet & Browsers
Comic Sticks
Read xkcd: a webcomic of romance, sarcasm, math, and language
by Ryan Koesters
Official site: flathub.org
About Comic Sticks
Comic Sticks brings xkcd comics to your desktop with quick comic searching, offline browsing, and intuitive keyboard shortcuts.
Features:
Search for comics
Keep track of comics with bookmarks
Cache comics for later offline viewing
Dark mode for late night reading
View comic metadata
Quickly access comic explainations via explainxkcd.com
How to install Comic Sticks
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub com.github.rkoesters.xkcd-gtk
- Open Comic Sticks once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Comic Sticks free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Comic Sticks is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Comic Sticks from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub com.github.rkoesters.xkcd-gtk. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Comic Sticks safe?
Comic Sticks downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
