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title: Install norreno-tool-base on elementary OS using the Snap Store | Snapcraft
description: Get the latest version of norreno-tool-base for on elementary OS - Free
  Old Norse dictionary and rune conversion app for Linux
url: https://snapcraft.io/install/norreno-tool-base/elementary
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# Install norreno-tool-base on **elementary OS**

# norreno-tool-base

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[Install](https://snapcraft.io/install/norreno-tool-base/elementary#install)

#### Free Old Norse dictionary and rune conversion app for Linux

Norreno – Dictionary and Runes (Base) is a free desktop app for Linux to study Old Norse and write in runes.

What you can do:

* consult an Old Norse dictionary with fast lemma search;
* transliterate words and phrases into Younger Futhark and Elder Futhark;
* take personal notes with auto-save.

Perfect for:

* enthusiasts of ancient languages, Norse mythology, and Viking culture;
* students and teachers looking for a simple, offline tool;
* content creators interested in runes and Old Norse.

Key features:

* modern, intuitive GTK interface;
* works completely offline;
* no additional requirements: everything needed is included.

Want more?
The Premium version adds favorites, history, custom glossaries, backup, and export to PNG cards and PDF sheets.
If you like this app, consider supporting its development by getting the Premium version.
Learn more and support the project on the author’s website.

N.B. For the Premium version, visit the author's website below.

### Package name

* norreno-tool-base

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### License

* unset

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### Last updated

* 30 September 2026 - latest/stable

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### Websites

* [runicfront.gumroad.com](https://runicfront.gumroad.com/l/hekwx "https://runicfront.gumroad.com/l/hekwx")

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### Contact

* [runicfront.gumroad.com](https://runicfront.gumroad.com/l/emtca "https://runicfront.gumroad.com/l/emtca")

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### Donations

* [paypal.me](http://paypal.me/GianlucaRizzi "http://paypal.me/GianlucaRizzi")

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##### Report a Snap Store violation

* [Report this Snap](https://snapcraft.io/install/norreno-tool-base/elementary#report-snap-modal)

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## Enable snaps on elementary OS and install norreno-tool-base

Snaps are applications packaged with all their dependencies to run on all popular Linux distributions from a single build. They update automatically and roll back gracefully.

Snaps are discoverable and installable from the [Snap Store](https://snapcraft.io/store), an app store with an audience of millions.

### Enable snapd

Snap can be installed on elementary OS from the command line. Open *Terminal* from the Applications launcher and type the following:

```
sudo apt update
sudo apt install snapd
```

Either log out and back in again, or restart your system, to ensure snap’s paths are updated correctly.

### Install norreno-tool-base

To install norreno-tool-base, simply use the following command:

```
sudo snap install norreno-tool-base
```

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