On 27-Apr-2014 12:08 PM, Pam Gosling wrote: > Thanks Cathy and Mike so much, > > I just opened the computer to see your input and want to clarify both > instructions so I'm understanding this right; > > Yes, I do have Legacy 8 installed, nothing in it yet. I did not make a zip > file, in my original computer, I only clicked on the fdb file (with the blue > dot icon) and selected "send to" flash drive. Would it be better to make a > zip or go about this a different way? > > Secondly, then, with the data on the stick, I go to "File-Open" (in the new > Legacy on the laptop right?), what should I see from there? Any other > possible issues at that point? Just want to make sure I pick the right > options. > > Thank you SO MUCH! Pam > > - I didn't see a response to your last e-mail so I'll give it a shot. Hopefully this will get to you in time.
I would use a zip file (Legacy Backup) to transfer the files to the thumb drive. That way you get everything that is needed. When you open the Legacy on your laptop, you can do a restore. then you ca open the family file in the usual way. Hope this helps. Wes Legacy User Group guidelines: http://www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/Etiquette.asp Archived messages after Nov. 21 2009: http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/ Archived messages from old mail server - before Nov. 21 2009: http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/ Online technical support: http://www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/Help.asp Follow Legacy on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/LegacyFamilyTree) and on our blog (http://news.LegacyFamilyTree.com). To unsubscribe: http://www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/LegacyLists.asp
