Linux · Audio, Video & Music
Pure Data (Pd)
realtime computer music system
by Miller S. Puckette et al.
Official site: flathub.org
About Pure Data (Pd)
Pure Data (or just "Pd") is an open source visual programming language for multimedia. Pure Data is developed by Miller Puckette since 1996 and you can find it on his official website along with the official documentation and other related resources. This is the official "Pd" or "main distribution" and it is also known as "Pd Vanilla".
Think of Pd as a "Modular Synthesizer" that is also a programming language.
Pd's audio and MIDI functions are built-in as well as networking (e.g. using Open Sound Control), but there are a number of external libraries that allow you to do graphics, interface hardware and much more...
How to install Pure Data (Pd)
- 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 info.puredata.Pd
- Open Pure Data (Pd) once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Pure Data (Pd) free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Pure Data (Pd) is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Pure Data (Pd) from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub info.puredata.Pd. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Pure Data (Pd) safe?
Pure Data (Pd) downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
