• Use the offline installer if you have a poor internet connection.
• The offline files can also be used to install FieldWorks on multiple machines.
• To install offline, you will need both the offline installer and the latest patch (if needed).
• To automatically download updates as they are released:
  • Choose Tools -> Options or click Options from the Welcome dialog.
  • On the Updates tab, select “Automatically download updates for FieldWorks” and select which updates you would like.
• Types of Installations:
  • Custom will allow you to select which languages to install.
  • Complete (and Typical) will install all the available program features.

If you have trouble installing, click the button that opens an installation log and send that to flex_errors@sil.org to get help. For more information on upgrading from FieldWorks 6 or earlier, see the Data Format and File Locations page.

• Operating system: Microsoft Windows® 11
• Computer and processor: Computer with Intel Core® (or equivalent) processor running at 2.5 gigahertz (GHz) or higher
• Memory: 4 gigabytes (GB) of RAM or more.

Note: The more RAM and the faster the CPU, the better FieldWorks will perform, especially with larger projects.Minimum System Requirements

• Operating system: Microsoft Windows® 7 with Service Pack 1, Windows 8.1 with update KB2919355, or Windows 10 version 1709 or greater.
• Computer and processor: Computer with Intel (or equivalent) processor running at 2 gigahertz (GHz).
• Memory: 2 gigabytes (GB) of RAM.
• Hard disk: Hard disk space requirements will vary depending on existing machine configuration and custom installation choices. As a guideline figure, you should have at least 1.5 gigabytes free prior to installation. In any case, you are recommended to have at least 10% of your hard drive free in order to allow Windows to run properly.
• Display: 1024 by 768 pixels screen resolution or greater (for laptops, use native display resolution).