Linux · Education & Science
Tux Paint
A drawing program for children
by Bill Kendrick, et al.
Official site: flathub.org
About Tux Paint
Tux Paint is a free, award-winning drawing program for children ages 3 to
12.
Tux Paint is used in schools around the world as a computer literacy
drawing activity.
It combines an easy-to-use interface, fun sound effects, and an
encouraging cartoon mascot who guides children as they use the program.
Kids are presented with a blank canvas and a variety of drawing tools to
help them be creative.
How to install Tux Paint
- 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.tuxpaint.Tuxpaint
- Open Tux Paint once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tux Paint free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Tux Paint is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Tux Paint from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.tuxpaint.Tuxpaint. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Tux Paint safe?
Tux Paint 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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