Linux How do I install .run files?

Terminal Method

Assume the file is called some-app.run and is in the folder /home/user/Downloads. You will need to modify these instructions to fit your situation.

1. Open a terminal (Applications->Accessories->Terminal).
2. enter cd /home/user/Downloads
3. enter chmod +x some-app.run
4. enter ./some-app.run
5. if step 4 fails with a message including 'permission denied', try entering sudo ./some-app.run(you will need to enter your password for this).