# Re: general query about ruby libraries

**URL:** <https://www.ruby-forum.com/t/re-general-query-about-ruby-libraries/197080>\
**Category:** Ruby\
**Created:** [June 4, 2008, 11:09pm UTC](https://www.ruby-forum.com/t/re-general-query-about-ruby-libraries/197080 "2008-06-04T23:09:42Z")\
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**Post date:** [June 4, 2008, 11:09pm UTC](https://www.ruby-forum.com/t/re-general-query-about-ruby-libraries/197080/1 "2008-06-04T23:09:42Z")

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Subject: Re: general query about ruby libraries

Sandip Gangakhedkar wrote:

> Hi all,
> 
> I would like to know where exactly to unpack external ruby libraries for  
> future use. I’m using aaronp’s mechanize library (zip file)…and it  
> uses the require ‘mechanize’ directive.
> 
> Thanks,  
> Sandip

I think the generally accepted way to install a 3rd party library is to  
use RubyGems:

“RubyGems is a standardized packaging and installation framework for  
libraries and applications, making it easy to locate, install, upgrade,  
and uninstall Ruby packages.” pickaxe2 p 215.

That’s what I do. You need to install RubyGems and learn how to use it.

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