# How to Upgrade from ProPreseer 5 to ProPreseer 6 'propresenter-6-upgrade'

If you're a long-time user of the popular presentation software, ProPreseer, then chances are that by now, you've probably heard about the release of its latest version - ProPreseer 6. While this new update brings with it several exciting features and improvements compared to its predecessor, many users might still be hesitant in making the jump due to concerns regarding compatibility issues or potential data loss.

In this article, we'll walk through a step-by-step guide on how you can smoothly upgrade from ProPreseer 5 to version 6 without encountering any major problems along the way. So let's dive right into it!

## Why Upgrade?

Before we begin with the actual process of upgrading your software, it might be helpful for new users (or even experienced ones) to understand why they should consider making this move in the first place.

### New Features and Improvements

The most obvious reason for updating any piece of software is naturally due to its ability to offer improved performance compared to older versions. In ProPreseer 6, you can expect a host of new features that are designed specifically with ease-of-use at their core:

* Enhanced Media Management: Managing large collections of media files has never been easier thanks to the introduction of an all-new library system which allows for quick searching and organization by file type or name.

* Additionally, there's also support now available directly within ProPreseasier than ever before so no more digging around through folders trying find what you need when it comes time create presentations on-the-fly during live events!

* Improved Text Editing: The text editing capabilities in version 6 have seen some significant upgrades as well. You can now easily add, remove or modify individual characters within a line of text without having to open up the full editor window each time.

### Compatibility Issues

Another major reason for updating your software is due to compatibility issues with newer operating systems and hardware platforms. With ProPreseer 6 being fully compatible with both Mac OS X Lion (10.7) or later versions as well as Windows 7 SP1 (Service Pack 1), you can rest assured that regardless of what device or platform you're using, your existing projects will continue to run smoothly without any hiccups.

## How to Upgrade from ProPreseer 5

Now that we've covered the benefits of upgrading to version 6 let's move onto actually doing so. Here are the steps:

1. Download and Install ProPreseer 7 Trial Version

Before you can begin with the actual upgrade process, you'll need to download a trial copy of ProPreseer 7 from their official website (available for both Mac OS X Lion or later versions as well as Windows XP SP3 or higher). Once downloaded, double-click on the installer file and follow through with the installation wizard prompts until prompted to select where you'd like to install it.

2. Launch ProPreseer 6 Trial Version

After successful completion of step one above, launch the newly installed trial version of ProPreseer 7 by double-clicking on its icon in Applications/Programs depending upon your operating system.

3. Activate Your Copy Using Your Serial Number

Once inside the main interface, click on 'Help' > 'About...' and then enter your unique serial number (provided during purchase) when prompted to activate your copy of ProPreseer 7.

4. Import Media Files from Previous Version

With everything set up correctly so far, it's now time to import all your existing media files into the new version.

5. Export Projects as ProPreseer (.ppprojx / .pptx) or Final Cut Pro XML (.fcpx)

Finally, once you've imported all your necessary assets and settings from previous versions of ProPreseer 6 into this latest release using File > Import Media...> ProPreseer Project..., go ahead and export each individual project as either a standalone .ppprojx file (for later import back into another instance of ProPreseer) or an editable Final Cut Pro XML (.fcpx) document which can then be opened up within FCPX itself for further editing if needed.

In conclusion, upgrading from ProPreseer 5 to version 6 is a relatively straightforward process that shouldn't cause any major issues provided you follow these simple steps carefully. With its host of new features and improvements designed specifically with ease-of-use at their core, along with full compatibility support across both Mac OS X Lion (10.7) or later versions as well as Windows XP SP3 or higher operating systems; making the switch now couldn't be easier!

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