# Installing the Foto XL Software

## Installation from CD

If you use Windows

If you received the software on CD, simply place it in your CD/DVD drive. Installation will start automatically.

If you have disabled your CD/DVD drive’s autoplay function, please launch the installation manually with the EXE-file in the Foto XL program directory.
You will be guided through the installation process in a few easy steps.

After completing the installation, you can immediately launch and use the software.

#### If you use MacOS

Open the DMG file from the Foto XL Mac program directory. Please read the EULA.rtf (EndUserLicenceAgreement). Drag the APP file to the right onto the application directory or your preferred program directory.

#### If you use Linux

On this CD run the Perl script with "perl install.pl" in the Foto XL program directory

Installing from the website

#### If you use Windows

After downloading the installation file, start the file on your computer or launch it immediately.
You must be connected to the internet during installation, as several components of the Foto XL software and the latest price lists are downloaded at the same time.

#### If you use MacOS

After downloading the installation files in ZIP format, unzip the files on your computer in your application directory.

#### If you use Linux

After downloading the installation files in TGZ format, decompress the files and run the included Perl script.

## Updating the software and price lists

You can start an update manually at any time, but note that the software automatically checks the availability of new program versions and price lists whenever you place an online order.
This keeps your price lists up to date (before you place your online order).