We have just purchased storyline 2 and created a project. However there doesn't seem to be a to save the files so that other departments with version 1 can work on them? would this be an all or nothing upgrade?
Unfortunately files created or modified in Storyline 2 cannot be accessed through Storyline 1.
You can run both programs together, but Storyline 2 is not backwards compatible.
Since upgraded projects aren't backward compatible, Storyline will automatically create a backup copy of the original project file in the same folder in case you ever need to go back to Storyline 1, for projects created initially in Storyline 1.
I've been happily opening my storyline 1 projects in storyline 2 reassured that a backup was being created... now I've come to reopen them in storyline 1 and I realise I can't see any backups in the same folders as the originals - am I missing something? Could they gone somewhere else and how are they named?
panic over... and quick update - it was just an icon issue. All my files had storyline 2 icons in windows explorer and no back up files alongside - it was actually just an incorrect icon mapping - they were really storyline 1 files (hence no backup)...
Honestly, this is very frustrating. Is there any projection on making SL2 files accessible using SL1. Kinda forces your hand, but when you work for the government, purchasing software isn't that easy...so now I have SL2 projects, that I will have to recreate in SL1. Is there no other work around for this?
Storyline 2 projects aren't backward compatible. They can't be opened or edited in Storyline 1. I am unaware of any plans to do so. You can check out more information here.
If you'd like to share your thoughts with our development team, you may do so here.
There needs to be some kind of warning for SL1 users, that download the trial for SL2, stating....THIS FILE WILL NOT BE ACCESSIBLE FOR SL1. Creating a backup, though its helpful, I am now back to where I started and have to rebuild my project, because my organization will not allow SL2 to be loaded on our work stations.
This is documented in a few places within our KB articles such as the ones Leslie shared. If you open a SL1 file in SL2, you should see the message that it'll create a back up copy that you can continue using in SL1. If you think the messaging needs to be different or isn't as clear to you, I'd encourage you to share your thoughts with our product development team directly.
Creating a back up is great, until you use the product for 30 days...and end up losing all that work. Most software is compatible with earlier versions, therefore the default thinking for the user will be that they are not going to lose 30 days of work. Just my thoughts.
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See here for info.
Hello Christina,
Unfortunately files created or modified in Storyline 2 cannot be accessed through Storyline 1.
You can run both programs together, but Storyline 2 is not backwards compatible.
Since upgraded projects aren't backward compatible, Storyline will automatically create a backup copy of the original project file in the same folder in case you ever need to go back to Storyline 1, for projects created initially in Storyline 1.
Here is a comparison chart for reference.
Hi
I've been happily opening my storyline 1 projects in storyline 2 reassured that a backup was being created... now I've come to reopen them in storyline 1 and I realise I can't see any backups in the same folders as the originals - am I missing something? Could they gone somewhere else and how are they named?
Thanks
Hi Lucy!
I'm attaching an image as an example. Have you moved your file perhaps? Should be the same 'name'.
panic over... and quick update - it was just an icon issue. All my files had storyline 2 icons in windows explorer and no back up files alongside - it was actually just an incorrect icon mapping - they were really storyline 1 files (hence no backup)...
Ah, yes. Glad you got this sorted Lucy and thanks for sharing :)
Honestly, this is very frustrating. Is there any projection on making SL2 files accessible using SL1. Kinda forces your hand, but when you work for the government, purchasing software isn't that easy...so now I have SL2 projects, that I will have to recreate in SL1. Is there no other work around for this?
Hi Jodi!
Storyline 2 projects aren't backward compatible. They can't be opened or edited in Storyline 1. I am unaware of any plans to do so. You can check out more information here.
If you'd like to share your thoughts with our development team, you may do so here.
There needs to be some kind of warning for SL1 users, that download the trial for SL2, stating....THIS FILE WILL NOT BE ACCESSIBLE FOR SL1. Creating a backup, though its helpful, I am now back to where I started and have to rebuild my project, because my organization will not allow SL2 to be loaded on our work stations.
Hi Jodi,
This is documented in a few places within our KB articles such as the ones Leslie shared. If you open a SL1 file in SL2, you should see the message that it'll create a back up copy that you can continue using in SL1. If you think the messaging needs to be different or isn't as clear to you, I'd encourage you to share your thoughts with our product development team directly.
Creating a back up is great, until you use the product for 30 days...and end up losing all that work. Most software is compatible with earlier versions, therefore the default thinking for the user will be that they are not going to lose 30 days of work. Just my thoughts.
I certainly understand Jodi, and you're also welcome and encouraged to share those thoughts directly with our product team here.
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