How to open .PKG files on Linux
To open .PKG files on Linux, open the .pkg file from your file manager with open with..
Step-by-step instructions
- Open the .PKG file from your file manager with Open With.
- Choose an installed Linux app that supports this format.
Recommended software
- Built-in extractor
- 7-Zip
- WinRAR
Alternative methods
- Open .PKG in a browser-based viewer if desktop apps fail.
- Try opening .PKG on Linux with a secondary app to rule out app-specific issues.
- Convert .PKG only with trusted tools when direct opening is not possible.
Common issues
.PKG file does not open
This usually means the required app is missing or the .PKG file is incomplete.
- Install or update a compatible application.
- Verify the file came from a trusted source and was fully downloaded.
- Try opening the file in an alternative app on another platform.
Security note
Only open .PKG files from trusted senders.