How to Install R Packages from the Command Line in Linux

When working with R on a Linux system, managing packages from the command line can be efficient and convenient. In this blog post, we will explore the steps to install R packages directly from the terminal.

To install an R package using the command line, you can use the ‘install.packages()’ function followed by the package name enclosed in quotes. For example, to install the popular ‘dplyr’ package, you can run the following command:

R -e "install.packages('dplyr')" 

This command will download and install the ‘dplyr’ package along with its dependencies. You can also specify the library path where the package should be installed by using the ‘lib’ argument. For instance:

R -e "install.packages('dplyr', lib='/path/to/library')" 

By following these simple steps, you can easily install R packages from the command line in Linux. This method is especially useful when you need to automate package installations or work on systems without graphical user interfaces.

Stay tuned for more tips and tricks on how to streamline your R workflow in Linux!