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# Switch IDE

## Switching Between IDE Versions

This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to switch between the new and old IDE versions.

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### Switching to the New IDE

Follow these steps to switch to the new IDE:

1. **Open a Project**
   * Select the project you wish to open.
   * Click **"Open in Cloud IDE"** to launch the project in current IDE.

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2. **Locate the "Try New IDE!" Button**
   * On your current IDE interface, locate the **Try New IDE!** button.
3. **Click "Try New IDE!"**
   * Click the button to initiate the switch to the new IDE.

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4. **Confirm the Switch**
   * A confirmation dialog will appear with a **Switch** button.
   * "Click **"Switch"** to proceed.

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5. **Wait for the New IDE to Load**
   * The system will take a moment to configure and launch the new IDE.
   * Once the setup is complete, the new IDE interface will be displayed.

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### Switching Back to the Old IDE

To revert to the old IDE, follow these steps:

1. **Open a Project**

   * Select the project you want to open.
   * "Click **"Open in Cloud IDE"** to launch the project in the new IDE.

   **Note:** There is no drop-down icon next to the button.

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2. **Open the Command Palette**
   * Click the settings icon in the bottom-left corner.
   * Select **Command Palette...** from the menu.

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3. **Search for the Switch Command**
   * In the Command Palette search box, type **Monaca: Switch Old IDE**.
   * Press **Enter** or click the relevant search result.

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4. **Confirm the Switch**
   * A confirmation dialog will appear with an **OK** button.
   * "Click **"OK"** to proceed.

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5. **Close the Current IDE Tab**
   * A prompt will appear asking you to close the current IDE tab. Click **"OK"** to dismiss the dialog.
   * Manually close the tab.

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6. **Access the Old IDE**
   * The old IDE will open in a new tab.

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### Notes

* Switching between IDE versions does not affect your files or projects.
* Some features and functionalities may differ between the old and new IDEs.
* If you encounter any issues, please contact support.