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How To Convert a Custom Remote from V2 to V3

The new V3 server uses a different format for custom remotes. This means that custom remotes made for V2 will not work with the V3 server. This tutorial will explain how to perform the conversion.

1

We have created a conversion tool. Go to http://dev.unifiedremote.com/converter and upload your V2 custom remote file.

2

Click "Convert" and you should get a list of potential problems. To download the generated files, click "Download". You should go through the potential problems so you know what you need to double check later.

3

Once downloaded, open the zip file and you should see a folder with 3 files (layout.xml, meta.prop, and remote.lua).

4

Open the custom remotes folder on your computer.

  • Windows: C:\ProgramData\Unified Remote\Remotes\Custom
  • Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/Unified Remote/Remotes/Custom
  • Linux: ~/opt/urserver/remotes/custom

5

Place the folder from the zip file into this folder.

6

You should always check the generated remote file to make sure it does what it is supposed to do. The converter will not be 100% accurate.

7

Once you're happy. Restart the server from the manager. Don't forget to check the server log for any unexpected errors: http://localhost:9510/web/#/log. Good luck!