setup-build-tools
Install build and extraction tools needed for building Claude Desktop Debian packages
Install
npx skillscat add aaddrick/claude-desktop-debian/setup-build-tools Install via the SkillsCat registry.
SKILL.md
Install the build dependencies required to run build.sh and create .deb/.AppImage packages.
Your Task
Run the build tools installation script to ensure all required tools are available:
bash "$CLAUDE_PROJECT_DIR/.claude/hooks/install-build-tools.sh"Tools Installed
This script installs:
| Tool | Package | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
7z |
p7zip-full | Extract Windows installers and nupkg archives |
wget |
wget | Download Claude Desktop installers |
wrestool |
icoutils | Extract icons from Windows executables |
convert |
imagemagick | Process tray icons for Linux |
dpkg-deb |
dpkg-dev | Build .deb packages |
libfuse2 |
libfuse2 | Run AppImages |
node |
nodejs | Node.js v20+ for npm/asar operations |
When to Use
- Before running
./build.shfor the first time - After setting up a new development environment
- When build.sh fails due to missing dependencies
Optional Guidance
$ARGUMENTS
Categories
Install
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