Lyx 2.3.7 on Linux Mint

[Christopher Menzel]

> I have seen that a new version (2.3.7) has been released.
> Trying to upgrade to this new version, I tried to install lyx PPA but I get the error
> "This PPA does not support jammy".
> 
> My PC runs Linux Mint 21 Vanessa (which is the LTR based on Ubuntu 22.04).
> 
> How can I upgrade Lyx on my PC?

Hello Mario,

As Paul Rubin notes, compiling from source is an option and I will add that it is super easy — the only trick is having all the necessary packages installed. I have compiled it recently under Ubuntu 22.10 and I’d be happy to send you my notes and answer any questions you might have.

Chris Menzel