There is a way to install SASS with Compass directly from your computer – it is sometimes referred to as the ‘manual way’. It is a good option, especially if you are having problems whit the regular SASS/Compass installation process. Here is how to do it:
Download the files you’ll need
Step 1 You need a total of four gem files: sass, chunky_png, fssm and compass
Go to the Ruby Gems website and locate the Search for gems field. Type in sass and open the first entry on the results page; click on the Download link to save the file on your computer.
Do the same for the rest of the files. Search for chunky_png, fssm and compass and download them.
(optional) If you cannot download the latest versions of the gem files try to:
1. Switch to another internet connection
2. Search for a friend who can download the gem files and send them to you
3. Drop us a comment and we will send you a .rar file with the most recent versions as soon as possible.
4. Browse the older versions of the gems that you can find on their pages. You’ll probably be able to download some of them.
Installing SASS and Compass Manually
Step 2 Once you’ve managed to get the four gem files, put them in your main Ruby directory. It should be located on your main partition – a folder named RubyXXX. For example C:\Ruby200 for Ruby version 2.0.0
Step 3 Now open the Command Prompt window.
Go to Start menu -> All Programs -> Accessories -> Command Prompt
Step 4 Navigate to your Ruby installation folder. To do that, type in
cd path-to-your-ruby-folder, for example:
cd c:\ruby200
Step 5 Start with installing SASS. Type in
gem install sass
Step 6 Wait a bit. Then do the same thing for compass. In the Command Prompt window type in:
gem install compass
chunky_png and fssm will be installed automatically with compass.
Step 7 To check if SASS and Compass are working, type in
sass –v
compass –v
You should see messages stating the sass and compass versions. Better delete or move the gem files from your Ruby folder now.
Related article: How to update your SASS with Compass installation – automatically or manually.
Guest blogger: Stanimira
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