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How do I move my Exported simulations to a different computer or iPad?

Written by Rich Merritt

Transferring Fire Studio 7 Simulations Between Computers and iPad

Fire Studio 7 simulations can be transferred between computers and to the Fire Studio 7 iPad Player App. This guide walks you through the process step-by-step.

Moving Exported Simulations to Another Computer

  1. Locate Exported Files

    • Each simulation creates two files with the same name but different extensions:

      • .dcs (simulation file)

      • .lbr (library file)

    • Example: 123MainSt.dcs and 123MainSt.lbr

  2. Copy Both Files

    • Copy both files together — they must stay paired.

  3. Organize in Folders

    • On the new computer, go to Documents/FireStudio7/.

    • Optionally create a subfolder (e.g., BlueCard) to keep files organized.

  4. Paste the Files

    • Paste both the .dcs and .lbr files into the chosen folder.

  5. Load the Simulation in Fire Studio

    • Open Fire Studio on the new computer.

    • Choose Open or Load and select the .dcs file (the .lbr file will appear grayed out).

  6. Run the Simulation

    • Press P to enter Present Mode and use arrow keys to navigate.

    • Press A to return to Author Mode.

Transferring Simulations to iPad

The Fire Studio 7 iPad Player App can load your simulations once they’re transferred from your computer.

🔹 On a Mac (macOS Catalina or later)

  1. Connect iPad using USB or Wi-Fi.

  2. Open Finder and select your iPad in the sidebar.

  3. Select Fire Studio App under Files.

  4. Transfer Files:

    • Mac ➝ iPad: Drag .dcs and .lbr files into the Fire Studio app list.

    • iPad ➝ Mac: Drag files from the Fire Studio app list into Finder.

  5. Delete Files (optional): Select a file under the Fire Studio app list, press Command + Delete, then confirm.

🔹 On Windows (Using Microsoft Apple Devices App)

Click HERE to see a detailed explanation of transferring simulations in a Microsoft Windows environment.

🎥 Video Tutorial:

Watch a video tutorial on moving sims to iPads here.

✅ Tips and Troubleshooting

  • Always transfer both the .dcs and .lbr files together.

  • If your iPad is not detected in iTunes, update iTunes, your iPad, and Windows.

  • Use only genuine Apple cables when possible — cheap third-party cables may not allow file transfer.

  • Keep simulations organized in folders on your computer before transferring.

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