Hi guys.
I want to convert a 5.1 project to 5.2.
I know that if I don´t have 5.1 installed when I double-click the project file I can choose to open it in 5.2. But I have the two versions installed. So, how to convert it, and how to do it in a safe way?
When you double click it with 5.2 it gives you the option to convert a copy.
But it works only if version 5.2 is installed, right? In my case, both versions (5.1 and 5.2) are installed. If I double-click the 5.1 project, it will be opened automatically in Unreal 5.1…
I can open a 5.1 project, in Windows, by right-clicking the project file and choosing “Open as…”. So I can select UnrealEditor.exe from version 5.2, but this is the best way to convert projects?
Run 5.2 and File → Open Project inside the edior is another option.
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@Everynone Thank you, man!
If you have both Unity 5.1 and Unity 5.2 installed and want to convert a project from 5.1 to 5.2, you can follow these steps to ensure a smooth transition:
Step 1: Backup Your Project - Before performing any major version upgrade, it’s crucial to create a backup of your entire Unity project. This ensures that you have a safe copy in case anything goes wrong during the conversion process.
Step 2: Open Unity Hub - If you are using Unity Hub to manage your Unity versions, open Unity Hub and locate the project you want to upgrade.
Step 3: Open the Project - Double-clicking the project file might open the project in the default version. To ensure you open it in Unity 5.2, follow these steps: Open the Unity version you want to use (Unity 5.2 in this case), from the menu, select “File” > “Open Project…” and navigate to your Unity project folder and open the project.
Step 4: Verify and Update - When you open the project in Unity 5.2 for the first time, Unity will automatically verify and update the project files to the new version. Unity will create a backup of your project before proceeding with the update.
Step 5: Resolve Compatibility Issues - After the initial update, Unity might identify any compatibility issues or provide prompts about changes made in the new version. Review and resolve these issues as needed.
Step 6: Save and Reopen - Once Unity finishes updating the project, save the project and close Unity. Reopen the project in Unity 5.2 to ensure that all changes are properly applied.