How to Transfer Volocity Preferences Between Different User Accounts on macOS

Volocity user-level preferences include light paths, acquisition protocols, current analysis settings, and measurement protocols. Be cautious when copying and pasting preferences or registry folders, as they contain extensive configuration information. Ensure that you are targeting the correct Volocity preferences folder.

Steps to Transfer Volocity Preferences:

1. Copy Preferences from the Donor Account:

   • Log in to the administrator account (or the account you want to use as the "donor").
   • Navigate to:
     Macintosh HD > Users > [Account Home Directory] > Library > Preferences
   • Locate the folder named Volocity Preferences.
   • Select the folder, go to the Edit menu, and choose Copy.

2. Paste Preferences in a Shared Location:

   • Navigate to:
     Macintosh HD > Users > Shared
   • Paste the Volocity Preferences folder in this location using Edit > Paste.

3. Copy Preferences to the Target Account:

   • Log in to the new user account.
   • Navigate to:
     Macintosh HD > Users > Shared
   • Copy the Volocity Preferences folder using Edit > Copy.
   • Navigate to:
     Macintosh HD > Users > [Account Home Directory] > Library > Preferences
   • Paste the preferences folder here using Edit > Paste.

4. Verify Preferences in Volocity:

   • Start Volocity in the new account. The preferences should initially match those in the donor account.

Note on Compatibility:

Apple removed support for 32-bit applications starting with macOS versions after High Sierra. Volocity will not function on operating systems later than macOS High Sierra.