Converting between Macintosh & Windows

Problem

converting between Windows versions and BidMagic construction estimating software for Macintosh

Diagnosis

wants to convert files or entire program from Macintosh to Windows or vice versa
BIDS, TEMPLATES and ARCHIVES cannot be converted between Mac and Win.
UNIT PRICE FILES can be converted

Solution

to switch unit price files:
1. export unit prices, then make a copy of the file on source computer.
2. rename it to the correct file name format for the other platform
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3. drag/copy it onto a floppy disk*
4. insert in other computer and drag/copy it into the correct folder*
5. import unit prices
* may need to use Apple File Exchange on the Mac side.

Comments

to switch entire program: need to pay for either a site license (P&P 23) or replacement manuals (P&P 24).

NOTE-- We retired BidMagic estimating software back in 2002, and replaced with Goldenseal-- which is integrated estimating software and project management software (plus optional accounting software).