FileMaker Tasks 2.0.2 is an update for FileMaker Tasks 1.0 and 2.0.x customers.

This product update corrects the sample data displayed when German is the language chosen during installation (Windows); ensures that in cases where data is shared between FileMaker Tasks 2.0 and FileMaker Meetings 2.0, the shared data will be imported following an upgrade; ensures that tasks shared between FileMaker Tasks 2.0 and FileMaker Meetings 2.0 can be marked and unmarked, and ensures that tasks shared between FileMaker Tasks 2.0 and FileMaker Meetings 2.0 will have unique task ID numbers.

Product requirements

We recommend you review the system requirements for FileMaker Tasks 2.0 before commencing this download.

Download information

FileMaker Tasks 2.0.2 Macintosh Windows

*The latest versions of all FileMaker applications were built on FileMaker 7 and have been validated for use on FileMaker 8.

Installation notes

Once downloaded, you will need to use your FileMaker Tasks 1.0 or 2.0.x serial number to install the new version.

Migrating from FileMaker Tasks 1.0

If you are currently using FileMaker Tasks 1.0, follow these four easy steps to make your transition to FileMaker Tasks 2.0.

1. Back up your version 1.0 data
   • Launch FileMaker Tasks 1.0.
   • Once running, navigate to the Home:Preferences section.
   • Click Backup.
   • You'll be asked if you want to back up all data. Click OK.
   • Eventually, depending on the size of your database, you'll receive a message that the backup is complete. Click OK.
   • Exit FileMaker Tasks 1.0, either by quitting FileMaker or by closing the open Tasks 1.0 window.
2. Install FileMaker Tasks 2.0.2
   • Launch the FileMaker Tasks 2.0.2 Installer.
   • When prompted for a serial number or password, use your FileMaker Tasks 1.0 serial number.
3. Prepare your backup data for restore
   • In your file system, navigate to the FileMaker Tasks 1.0 folder.
   • Copy the enclosed Data Backup folder into the newly installed FileMaker Tasks 2.0 folder called Version 1 Import Data.
4. Restore your data
   • Launch FileMaker Tasks 2.0.
   • Make sure you are signed into the system.
   • Navigate to the Home:Admin section.
   • Click Import From Version 1.
   • When presented with the Import From Version 1 dialog box, confirm by clicking OK.
   • You will be presented with a second dialog box to ensure that this is something you really want to do. Click OK.
   • The Import dialog box will communicate status. When complete, you'll get an Import is complete message.

You are now ready to sign in and use FileMaker Tasks 2.0.2.

Migrating from FileMaker Tasks 2.0.x

If you are currently using FileMaker Tasks 2.0 or 2.0.1, follow these easy steps to transition to Tasks 2.0.2.

1. Back up your version 2.0 data
   • Launch FileMaker Tasks 2.0.
   • Once running, navigate to the Home:Admin section.
   • Click Perform Backup.
   • Eventually, depending on the size of your database, you'll receive a message that the backup is complete. Click OK.
   • Exit FileMaker Tasks 2.0, either by quitting FileMaker or by closing the open Tasks window.
   • In your file system, navigate to the FileMaker Tasks 2.0 folder then copy the folder called Backup and save it in a separate location.

   In the event you need to restore your data using the Backup file, refer to the instructions in the FileMaker Tasks User's Guide (PDF).

2. Install FileMaker Tasks 2.0.2
   • Launch the FileMaker Tasks 2.0.2 Installer.
   • When prompted for a serial number or password, use your FileMaker Tasks 2.0.x serial number.

Your data from FileMaker Tasks 2.0.x will automatically be restored in FileMaker Tasks 2.0.2.

You are now ready to sign in and use FileMaker Tasks 2.0.2.