Import v3 Database

Overview

This function lets you import data from an older version of Lotto Sorcerer into the current version.

How to Invoke

Use the menu item Utilities > Import Lottery > Lotto Sorcerer v3.x Database.

Basic Procedure

Window Controls

Choose v3 Program radio button

Choose the older version of Lotto Sorcerer you want to import. You have a choice between Lotto Sorcerer (version 3.x) or Lotto Sorcerer Pick 3/4.

Choose File button

This brings up a standard file selector. Choose the appropriate file. For Lotto Sorcerer version 3.x, the filename will be "lotosorc.rdb". For Lotto Sorcerer Pick 3/4, the filename will be "lotosorc34.rdb".

For Windows users: depending on your computer's settings, you may not see the extension of the files, ".rdb".

Import button

This will import every lottery from the older version into the current version. If you happen to import a lottery which you have already set up, the imported lottery will have an asterisk ("*") appended to the lottery name.

Cancel button

Use this to close the current window and return to the Main window.

Note

This function works only on Lotto Sorcerer; it is not available on Lotto Sorcerer LE (Limited Edition).