Saving and Moving a Project

You will want to save the project you are working on, or perhaps to move it to a different location. InstallAware projects are comprised of the project file (.MPR extension), script file (.MIA extension), dialog resources (.DFM extension), patch references, include scripts (.MIA extension), and other support items.

Saving a Project

To save a project that is open in the IDE:

• Click the InstallAware button, then choose Save All, or press CTRL+SHIFT+S.

Saving a Script

To save the script that is current being edited in the IDE:

• Click the Save icon on the quick access toolbar.
• Click the InstallAware button, then choose Save, or press CTRL+S.

Moving a Project

To move a project, do not use the IDE. Copy or move the entire project folder using Windows Explorer (or your favorite file manager) to a new location. This process ensures that all project files as well as support files are properly copied over to the new location.

However, if you have any include scripts outside of your main project folder, or if your main script is located outside of your main project folder, even if you have made a copy of the original project, these elements will still be shared with the old project.