How to Revert to a Previous Version

Instructions

Question 1: What's the step-by-step process to revert to a previous IBKR Desktop version?

Answer:

  1. Back up your settings and layouts by exporting them from your current version

  2. Close the IBKR Desktop application completely

  3. Uninstall the current version through Windows Control Panel/Programs or macOS

  4. Applications folder

  5. Download the standalone installer for the previous version using the link provided by IBKR

  6. Run the standalone installer and follow the on-screen instructions

  7. After installation, import your saved settings if needed

 

Question 2: How do I use the standalone installer to revert?

Answer:

  1. Simply click on the standalone installer link that will be provided by IBKR support. This direct download link allows you to access a specific previous version without going through the regular update channels. Once downloaded, run the installer and follow the prompts.

 

Question 3: Is there anything special I need to do when using the standalone installer?

Answer:

  1. Make sure the current version is completely uninstalled before running the standalone installer. The standalone installer will handle the rest of the process automatically.

 

Question 4: Will the standalone installer overwrite my current version?

Answer:

  1. No, you should first uninstall your current version completely. The standalone installer will then perform a clean installation of the previous version.

 

Question 5: Do I need to manually delete any files after uninstalling the current version?

Answer:

  1. In most cases, the uninstaller should remove all necessary files. However, if you encounter installation issues with the older version, you may need to check for and delete any remaining files in the IBKR installation directory before running the standalone installer.

 

Question 6: Will the standalone installer overwrite my current version?

Answer:

  1. No, you should first uninstall your current version completely. The standalone installer will then perform a clean installation of the previous version.

 

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