A challenge for the Newbies and Software challenged

[emmaege]

Have you tried removing and re-installing?

yes I have done it 3 times now, it runs fine on hubby's laptop with vista but my pc won't have it and I have xp. So far I haven't heard back from Aaron at inkscape, he asked for this:-

Start -> Control Panel -> Performance and Maintenance -> System
(System could come sooner if Control Panel is in classic view)
Advanced tab
Environment Variables button at the bottom
System Variables list at the botton
scroll to PATH and click on it
click edit button
select all of the Variable Value and ctrl+c to copy
ctrl+v to paste into email

and I got :-
Panel;C:\PROGRA~1\COMMON~1\TVNAVI~1
which I haven't got a clue what it means.

[Stiggy11]

Thank you

Are you sure you are ready to take on us beginners at 'Robo Cop' and forum use!!

[silverst170]

Course she is,!!!!!!!!! Nothing will stop Lucille


Tina

[Lucille]

yes I have done it 3 times now, it runs fine on hubby's laptop with vista but my pc won't have it and I have xp. So far I haven't heard back from Aaron at inkscape, he asked for this:-

Start -> Control Panel -> Performance and Maintenance -> System
(System could come sooner if Control Panel is in classic view)
Advanced tab
Environment Variables button at the bottom
System Variables list at the botton
scroll to PATH and click on it
click edit button
select all of the Variable Value and ctrl+c to copy
ctrl+v to paste into email

and I got :-
Panel;C:\PROGRA~1\COMMON~1\TVNAVI~1
which I haven't got a clue what it means.

B* H* I would need to meditate for an hour before I worked through that seriously, just a few ideas.

When did you download it, could it be that you haven't got the new version?
Is there enought room on your hard drive?
Could it be the drivers?
Do you get any error messages when you are installing?

[willsons2]

I didnt realise there were so many of us struggling to learn how to get Robo to work! I dont feel so useless now. I would love to join in with you all but am away until May 6th can I join you all then. I have had robo since xmas I have designed a few templates in DM but when I try to cut them I get some message about tiles!! Help I can weld and make mats but just want to learn more and more. Anyone from Kent that would like to buddy me?

Marilyn

[Lucille]

As I said earlier, it runs until the end of the month so you have plenty of time.

[janetb44]

i'd like to learn something new as well, have only cut a few initials and all the templates from the lovely people on here!

[SanSteph]

This sounds like a great idea. I need something to get the old braincell working!!!


Pam

[Fuschia]

I'd love to join in, but you'll have to be patient with me as I know 'nothing'.

[marli]

yes I have done it 3 times now, it runs fine on hubby's laptop with vista but my pc won't have it and I have xp. So far I haven't heard back from Aaron at inkscape, he asked for this:-

Emma....Not sure what problem you encountered during the original install of Inkscape but most software uses the Temp directory to unzip/unpack files for installation and they are often left behind afterwards. If you have had a problem that corrupted a file during the 1st installation it may still be sitting in the Temp directory and is initiated with each installation to cause the same problem with subsequent installations.

You SHOULD also make sure that you are not running any other programs while trying to install software as that can cause conflicts. I know we probably all do it but some software can be messed up if you do.

What I would do if I were you is uninstall Inkscape through Control Panel/Add Remove Programs. Using the Windows Explorer search for the Inkscape Folder in the Program Files Directory and delete that too.

Following that I would use the Programs/Accessories/System Tools/Disk Cleanup function to clear out any left behind files lurking in the Temp directory. Reboot your PC, then download a new stable version of Inkscape...mine is 0.46 running on XP, upgraded the other day from 0.45.

BTW....this latest version wouldn't install into the same directory as 0.45 even though I had unistalled using their 0.46 interface...so there must be files it leaves behind. Deleting the Inkscape folder in the Program Files solved the problem.

With ALL programs closed install Inkscape again and see if that resolves your issue. Failing that I would do a System Restore back to a date prior to the 1st problematic installation.

HTH, Marli

[Fuschia]

I didn't have any problems installing 0.46 Inkscape, my problem is while I'm using it, a box comes up say its not responding and is going to close. Its so annoyig, cos everthing I've tried to do is then lost. I've tried contacting them, but not sure if I've done it right cos I've never had a reply, any suggestions would be appreciated.

[Lucille]

Fuschia

I think this replay is for emmaege who is having problems installing the program.

I had the same problem as you but only the first couple of times I used it ?? now is working fine, so I assuming it was me that caused it, lets wait and see.

[lindashanks2]

I'll try to have a go at the challenge. It's a good idea and I am really trying to get to grips with cr but am struggling. I know it will take time but I will have a go.

Linda

[Lucille]

I'll try to have a go at the challenge. It's a good idea and I am really trying to get to grips with cr but am struggling. I know it will take time but I will have a go.

Linda

Good for you, nothing ventured nothing gained as they say.

Are you struggling with the machine or the software?

[Lucille]

I need everyones imput for future challenges.

Name one technique that you would like to learn how to do eg welding word.