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How to install Hugo?

I have downloaded and unzipped the hugo_0.11_linux_amd64.tar.gz file from the releases page, and I cannot figure out how to run the binary. I took a few stabs at using go run, and sh, but no luck. Can anyone offer a few more details?

Solution

  • Extract hugo_0.11_linux_amd64.tar.gz to a directory. In that directory you should find three files:

    hugo_0.11_linux_amd64  LICENSE.md  README.md

    Make sure either hugo is in your path or provide a path to it. For example, rename the hugo_0.11_linux_amd64 executable file to hugo. Move the hugo executable file to /usr/local/bin.

    Run

    $ hugo help

    Continue to follow the instructions for Using Hugo.

    References:

    Hugo

    Hugo Documentation: Getting Started