How do I install ubuntu-restricted extras

Question

I would like to install the restricted extras, which I didn't select during the install

Vadim Rutkovsky · Accepted Answer · 2012-01-27 11:03:22Z

First, be warned that it might not be legal in some countries, because of software patents.

With that being said, here is how to install it, click here:

Or you can open up a terminal and run the following command:

sudo apt-get install ubuntu-restricted-extras

Select yes, and you'll have ubuntu-restricted-extras installed and working.

Krzysztof Hasiński · Answer 2 · 2011-08-09 12:54:22Z

Just click the link do apt repository on:

Or go to software centre and install ubuntu-restricted-extras

Or use apt-get (type in terminal sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get install ubuntu-restricted-extras).

Stuart · Answer 3 · 2011-08-09 13:20:15Z

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If you need DVD or Blueray playback there are some extra steps required.

answered Aug 9 '11 at 13:20

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Daniel · Answer 4 · 2011-08-09 13:53:35Z

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Put your mouse cursor here, and then press the button. Good job.

answered Aug 9 '11 at 13:53

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