How to Update Visual Expert Web

Keeping Visual Expert Web up to date ensures access to the latest features, performance improvements, and security patches.
Regular updates help maintain compatibility with your development environment and deliver a smooth and efficient user experience.
This article outlines the steps to update your VE Web installation.

Prerequisites

Before beginning the update process, ensure you have:

Administrative access to the IIS server
The same version of VE Desktop installed as the new VE Web version

Update Procedure

Step 1: Download Visual Expert Web Setup File

Download Visual Expert Web setup for the version you want to deploy.
If needed, request it from your usual Visual Expert contact or support channel.

Step 2: Version Compatibility Check

Verify that you have the same version of VE Desktop installed as the new VE Web version you plan to deploy.
Version mismatches can cause compatibility issues.

Step 3: Stop the Web Service

Open Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager
Select your Site
Click [Stop] to stop the VE Web service

Step 4: Access Application Files

Click the [Explore] button in the Actions section to open the publish files directory.

Step 5: Backup and Clear Existing Files

Create a backup of the current publish folder
Delete all files and folders in the publish folder

Important: Always maintain a backup before proceeding with file deletion to enable rollback if needed.

Step 6: Deploy New Files

Copy all files and folders from the downloaded publish directory and paste them into the existing publish folder (application folder).

Step 7: Restart the Service

Return to IIS Manager and click [Start] to restart the VE Web service.

Step 8: Verify the Update

Click Browse* 0000(http) in the Browse Website section to verify that the updated application is running correctly.

Post-Update Verification

After completing the update:

Confirm the application loads without errors
Verify that key functionality works as expected
Check that the version information reflects the update

Troubleshooting

If the application fails to start after the update:

Check IIS logs for error messages
Verify file permissions on the publish folder
Restore from backup if necessary and investigate compatibility issues