PYTHA - Copy Your Settings From a Previous Version to a NEW Version

When installing a new version of PYTHA onto a computer with an existing PYTHA setup, it is important to ensure settings are correctly copied. This enables users to transition smoothly to an updated version of PYTHA to take advantage of the most up-to-date features, while ensuring all design, drafting and production operations remain unchanged.

PYTHA makes it easy to copy your existing settings to another computer using a Transfer File. You may have a new PC to set up or want to ensure that all users are running the same settings to ensure consistency and accuracy. These Transfer Files are also a great way to create a backup in case of a computer issue.

To copy settings from an existing version:

1. Complete the installation of your new PYTHA version (click here for installation instructions)
   
2. LAUNCH your new PYTHA version in order to create default settings locations
   
3. CLOSE your new PYTHA version
   
4. Open PYTHA Central for your PREVIOUS PYTHA version (eg PYTHA 25)
   
5. Click Extras > Export transfer file - this will open a new window.
   
6. Name your transfer file with the PYTHA version and the origin (eg. PYTHA_25_SupportPC)
   
7. Save your transfer file in a location that is accessible to the other computer, such as a network or removable flash drive
   
This will create a zip file that contains all your PYTHA settings from both your user appdata and your registry. 

       

       

1. LAUNCH your new PYTHA version.
   
2. Click Extras > Import transfer file Select the previously exported file from the desktop or shared location.
   
3. Navigate to the zip file generated above and select Open (there is no need to unzip this file before importing)
   
4. Your settings will be updated
   
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Note: If you are concerned that there may be settings on the second computer that you don't wish to lose, you should create a Transfer File of this system as a backup before importing the new settings. 

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