Update README with Linux installer and detailed Plex token instructions; add help button in app for Plex token

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### Linux
1. **Install Dependencies**
1. **Run the Installer**
```bash
pip install -r requirements.txt
./install.sh
```
This will:
- Install Python dependencies
- Set up virtual environment
- Install Chromium browser
- Create desktop icon
- Add to applications menu
2. **Make Scripts Executable**
```bash
chmod +x journey_fm_app.sh
```
3. **Run the Application**
```bash
./journey_fm_app.sh
```
2. **Launch from Menu**
- Search for "Journey FM Playlist" in your applications menu
- Or run: `./journey_fm_app.sh`
## ⚙️ Configuration
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When you first run the application, a setup wizard will guide you through:
1. **Plex Token**: Get this from https://plex.tv/claim
2. **Server IP**: Your Plex server's local IP address
3. **Playlist Name**: Name for your Journey FM playlist
1. **Plex Token**: See below for how to get your Plex token
2. **Server IP**: Your Plex server's local IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.100)
3. **Playlist Name**: Name for your Journey FM playlist (default: "Journey FM Recently Played")
4. **Auto-Update Settings**: Enable automatic updates and set intervals
#### How to Get Your Plex Token
1. Go to [https://plex.tv/claim](https://plex.tv/claim) in your web browser
2. Sign in with your Plex account
3. Copy the claim token from the page (it looks like: `pU-mHWYUZU6iXJFhJyA`)
4. Paste it into the application setup
**Note**: This token is used to authenticate with your Plex server. Keep it secure and don't share it.
### Manual Configuration
You can also edit settings anytime through the Settings menu in the application.