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Windows Vista and express scribe - tdjj

Posted: Jan 11, 2010

I was wondering if anyone has been able to get express scribe to work properly, with Vista. I have tried every compatible mode and downloaded an add-on, that was suggested to make it work. I think I need to find another alternative. However, thought I might check here first.

ES/Vista - jaytee

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I use ES with Vista, version 4.22 and it works just fine. Have you tried that version?

ES 4.22 - tdjj

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It will not let me download that version of ES. I keep getting a message that a newer version is available. I try to say no but it always goes to the newer version.

ES/Vista - thorny_orchids

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I use ES version 5.01 with Vista without any problems at all. As far as I can remember, I didn't have to do anything to the settings or muddle around with it at all. Unfortunately, I also do not have any suggestions that might help you make it work properly. Vista is just that funky; I often think it decides for itself what it will and won't do!!

ES - jaytee

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Try downloading from vancedigital.com. It is an even earlier version, but it might be worth a shot.

Workaround for older programs on Vista - vjoet

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Starting with Windows Vista the Operating System no longer allows programs to store setting files or Data Files in the Program Files folder along with the program itself. Historically this is how almost all program did it: everything in one place.

This is a workaround to allow older programs designed like that to run properly under Vista or Win7:
Install them to the LocalAppData folder.

LocalAppData is a folder Windows creates for each user, just like it creates the Documents folder (previously called My Documents.) It a a hidden folder, so you'll need to turn on the viewing of hidden files and folder in Windows Explorer, Tools, Folder Options, the View tab.

Now, for Vista LocalAppData will have path like this, where Vann in the example is your logon name:
C:
Users
Vann
AppData
Local

If your older program gives you the option to select where the program is to be installed, select this Local folder. Your program will probably run correctly now that it can store data and settings with the program itself.

This won't work for every program, but it will for 9 out of 10.

Best wishes,
Vann Joe

ES/Vista - HappyKeystroker

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I have a suggestion to try. I am not sure if it will work, but has helpd my daughter to play older versions of games that normally run on Windows XP. This is what you can try: When you have ES downloaded, click on the START button and find you ES program in you programs list. Right click on ES. Go to properties. You will find a tab that says COMPATABILITY MODE. Check the box that says "Run this program in compatability mode for Windows XP Service Pack 2", then also check the box that says "Run this program as an administrator", click apply and okay. Then try it and see if it will work for you. I have done this in the past for the original SIMS games for my daughter when they wouldnt run on Vista, and this worked perfectly. Let me know if that helps! Good luck!

I use Express Scribe and Vista with no problem.... - just downloaded ES and it worked. nm

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I Do not know - tdjj

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I still cannot get ES to work, with Vista. I do not know why. Thank you for the help and suggestions.

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