Running FM-versions alongside each other

[peter100]

Hi Everyone,

Very soon I'll be transferring files from FM6 to FM11. I'm using some external plugins and expect some work to be done to transfer all files.

I was wondering if it's possible to run both versions of FM alongside each other so I can take a couple of weeks to get all my files in order again?

Thanks, Peter

[Ocean West]

Between 6 and 11 you should be able to work with both files open at the same time ( if your OS will let you ) - however typically I would probably convert a copy of the solution to 11 and use that as a basis to rebuild the new solution, keeping the v6 version around for reference.

[peter100]

Thanks Stephen,

That's the idea indeed, transferring the files to 11 but keeping 6 just in case I need to fall back. Most files I use for maintaining websites and it would be very inconvenient to be out for a few weeks while working out the kinks. Working with both versions alongside also gives me the chance to practise a bit first before I start transferring the actual files.

Thanks, Peter

[Lee Smith]

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This topic has been moved from "FileMaker Legacy fp3 and fp5" to "Upgrading & Migration".