Converting a TeleMagic Macintosh Database to TeleMagic for Windows

Create the TeleMagic for Windows Database Open the TeleMagic for Windows database into which you will be importing the data. If you do not yet have a database available for the import, we recommend creating one using the "DOS Style" template. The structure of this database is the one most similar to the Macintosh version.

If you have added additional fields to the database in the Macintosh version, you will need to add the same fields to the Windows version. Be sure to use the same field names, as well as field type and length. If the structure of the database is exactly the same as the Macintosh version, you will be able to "Auto Assign" fields to greatly simplify the import process.

Export the Data from the Macintosh Version

Export the required records from the Macintosh version in dBase format, then transfer both of the resulting files to the PC.

There are a number of ways to transfer files from a Macintosh to a PC. PC Exchange for the Macintosh will read and write 1.44MB floppy disks which were created with a PC. MacLink Plus PC is another excellent utility which allows you to connect two computers via a null modem cable, and transfer files without worrying about whether the files are too big to fit on a single floppy.

Create a dBase III Import Format

Create a dBase III import format in the Windows version.

Select the DBF file which was transferred from the Macintosh and assign fields for the import. If the structure of your new database matches the structure of the file from the Macintosh, use the Auto Assign feature to assign the fields. Make sure all the field assignments are correct, then run the import.

Verify that the import completed correctly by viewing the new records in the database. If for any reason you are not happy with the results, use the Group Delete feature to remove the records from the database. Make whatever changes are necessary to the import format, then run the import again.

 

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FAQ ID #529

Product Related: TeleMagic 3.5x

Last Updated: March 20, 2000