How to Install a Script using Softaculous

For the most part, all scripts in Softaculous install the same way with a few minor differences.

1. First, scroll down the list on the left until you find the script you want to install.

2. Let’s choose Textpattern.

This first page shows you an overview of the software including a description and average user rating. If you decide this script doesn’t fit your needs, simply choose another one.
Install a Softaculous Script - Software Overview

3. Go to the Features tab, where you can see a full list of the features this software has.
Install a Softaculous Script - Software Features

4. You can also view a Demo by clicking on the Demo tab before installing this software.

5. When you are done looking at the demo, return to Softaculous.
Install a Softaculous Script - Software Demo

6. Click Ratings to view the number of ratings this software has received and the average rating.
Install a Softaculous Script - Software Ratings

7. Go to Reviews, where you can read user reviews about this script.
Install a Softaculous Script - Software Reviews

At the bottom of the page is a form you can fill out to leave your own review after you have tried this software.

8. Click Import Tab.

If you already have this software installed through another auto installer or manually, you can import it to be managed by Softaculous.
Install a Softaculous Script - Import Software

9. When you are ready, go to Install.

The options on this page should be similar for all scripts in Softaculous, and the defaults can be used for most purposes.
Install a Softaculous Script - Software Setup

10. If you have multiple domains, select the one where you want this script installed.

11. The next two boxes let you set the directory and database name which will be created upon installation.

12. You can set the Site Name and Description here. These can be changed later from the Admin Panel of the software.

Install a Softaculous Script - Site settings

13. Enter the Admin Password and Email. Also enter a Real Name that will be displayed and the admin’s email.

14. Click Install. After a moment, the software will be installed, on finishing the installation, there are two links; one to go to the new site and the other to it’s admin panel.
Install a Softaculous Script - Software Installation Complete

That’s it! You now know how to install a script in Softaculous.

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