Linux · Education & Science
Profex
Open Source XRD and Rietveld Refinement
by Nicola Döbelin
Official site: flathub.org
About Profex
Profex is a graphical user interface for Rietveld refinement of powder X-ray diffraction (XRD) data with the program BGMN. It can be used for phase identification, phase quantification, structure refinement, and export of results and graphs to tables and figures.
How to install Profex
- 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 org.profex_xrd.Profex
- Open Profex once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Profex free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Profex is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Profex from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.profex_xrd.Profex. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Profex safe?
Profex downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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