Desktop Calendar

Desktop Calendar 7 FAQ

How do I get my events from version 0.5 or 0.4 to version 7?

First get the data out of the old calendar:

• Exporting events from version 0.4
• Exporting events from version 0.5

Then import that file into the new calendar:

• Importing events into version 7

 

Why would I want more than one data file?

With multiple data files you can have different calendars for different areas of your life. For example you could have a work calendar and a personal calendar. It could also be useful if more than one user shares the same login, each can have their own set of events.

Data files can be managed on the "Data" tab in the settings, see below for more detail.

 

What's the difference between "User" and "Machine"?

If you select the data store to be "User", the data file will only be accessible to the user who is currently logged in. If you choose "Machine" the data file is accessible by anyone who logs onto the computer.

For example, everyone in a family could have their own private calendar as well as a family one that everyone can see and add to.

To switch between them, open the settings and click on the "Data" tab. Then select either "User" or "Machine". Note how the available data files in the drop down list below changes. Click "OK" to apply the setting.

 

How do I create a new data file?

To create a new data file, open the settings and click on the "Data" tab:

Click the "New" button in the "Data File" section. You will be asked to enter the name for the new data file:

Enter a name and click "OK". The new data file will be created and automatically selected. Click "OK" to apply the setting and return to the calendar.

 

How do I delete a data file?

To delete a data file, open the settings and click on the "Data" tab:

Select the data file you want to delete from the drop down list in the "Data File" section, then click the "Delete" button. You will be asked to confirm the action:

Click "OK" and the data file will be deleted.

 

How do I rename a data file?

To rename a data file, open the settings and click on the "Data" tab:

Select the data file you want to rename from the drop down list in the "Data File" section, then click the "Rename" button. You will be asked to enter the new name for the data file:

Enter a name and click "OK". The data file will be renamed. Click "OK" to apply the setting.

 

How do I backup \ restore my events?

To backup your events, see How do I export events?

To restore your events, see How do I import events?