Installation

You must have Java successfully installed on your computer before attempting to run Layout Planner. Once Java is installed refer to these additional installation instructions applicable to your operating system.

Windows

Java must be installed on your computer before you can successfully open Layout Planner. Refer to the System Requirements page for more information.

Unzip the file you downloaded which creates a SETUP.EXE file. Run SETUP.EXE as an Administrator to install Layout Planner. If your version of Java is out of date it will be replaced with a newer version. The software is installed into the Program Files/Layout Planner folder and a Start menu item is created.

To uninstall, use Add/Remove Programs in Control Panel or the Uninstall Layout Planner option in the Start menu.

Upgrading (All Versions)

Layout Planner does not support in-place upgrades which means your customized data will be deleted when a new version is installed. Users of Layout Planner DIY will need to re-enter their product catalog.

Layout Planner Pro users should follow these steps to maintain product catalogs and other preferences.

Step One

Save a copy of your customized product catalog. To do so, open Layout Planner and choose Customize | Catalog Export... Enter a name for the export file (such as catalog.txt) and click Save or OK. Make note of your Report Preferences and Branding Preferences because they are not exported and will need to be re-entered manually.

Step Two

To install the new version, follow the instructions found in Installation. Have your original license key available because Layout Planner will ask for it and re-activate using the Internet.

Step Three

To import the product catalog, choose Customize | Catalog Import..., and navigate to the exported file (ex: catalog.txt) and click Open or OK. Update your Report and Branding Preferences as needed.

First Time Use

Start Layout Planner. You may be prompted to approve a Security Certificate. Select "Start" to allow saving of layouts and exporting to AutoCAD, otherwise Layout Planner may not work correctly.

Windows users may see a warning message from their firewall software. It is recommended to check "For this program, don't show this message again" and clickOK.

The first time Layout Planner runs it will communicate over the Internet and activate its software license. At this prompt you must select Activate Now or quit the application. Once activated you will not be required to do so again unless you reinstall or upgrade your license.

Subsequent Use

Each time Layout Planner is started it will check the Internet for available software updates.