Managing Purchased Products in Apps Manager

The Apps Manager is the central hub for managing your digital assets, including purchased products, licenses, installations, and more. Whether you need to back up your product installations, transfer licenses to a new device, or customize how the Apps Manager operates, this guide covers all the steps in detail. By following these instructions, you can effectively manage your purchased products and ensure optimal functionality.

Accessing Your Purchased Products in the Apps Manager

The Apps Manager provides an easy way to view, install, and manage all the products you’ve purchased on Motion Routes. Each product comes with a set of management options that allow you to control its installation status, activation, and updates.

Detailed Steps to Access Purchased Products:

  1. Launch the Apps Manager:
    • Start by opening the Apps Manager on your device. On Windows, you can do this by searching for the Apps Manager in the Start menu or clicking on its shortcut. On macOS, open the Applications folder and double-click on the Apps Manager icon.
  2. Navigate to the My Apps Tab:
    • After launching the app, head to the My Apps tab. This section will display all the products you’ve purchased. The layout is designed to give you a quick overview of all your digital assets, complete with icons, product names, and management options.
  3. View Product Details:
    • For each product, you’ll see details such as:
      • Product Name: The name of the purchased product.
      • Current Version: The version number of the installed product (if applicable).
      • Installation Status: This indicates whether the product is installed, available for installation, or due for an update.
      • Actions: The available actions may include Install, Uninstall, Update, Activate, and Deactivate.
  4. Manage Your Products:
    • The available actions allow you to manage your products effectively:
      • Install: Installs the product on your system. If a product is not yet installed, this button will appear.
      • Uninstall: Removes the product from your device but keeps it available in the My Apps tab for future installations.
      • Update: If there’s a new version available, this button will allow you to update to the latest version.
      • Activate: Activates a product after installation. Some products require license activation before use.
      • Deactivate: Deactivates a product to free up the license, especially useful if you plan to install the product on another device.

By regularly visiting the My Apps tab, you can stay on top of your product installations, updates, and activations, ensuring that your digital tools are always up to date.

Searching for Specific Products

The Apps Manager makes it easy to locate specific products, even if you have a large number of items in your library. The search functionality allows you to quickly filter through your products and find exactly what you’re looking for.

Steps to Search for Products:

  1. Locate the Search Bar:
    • The search bar is located at the top of the My Apps tab, providing easy access whenever you need to search for a product.
  2. Enter the Product Name or Keywords:
    • To find a product, simply start typing the product’s name or relevant keywords (e.g., "Photoshop Plugin," "After Effects Templates"). The Apps Manager will dynamically filter the products displayed as you type.
  3. View the Filtered Results:
    • Once you’ve entered a few characters, the product list will update to show only the products that match your search criteria. This makes it easy to quickly locate a product, even if you’re not sure of the exact name.
  4. Take Action:
    • Once you’ve found the product you were looking for, you can take any available action, such as Install, Uninstall, Activate, or Update.

Tip: Use general keywords or part of the product’s name if you’re unsure of the full title. The search feature is designed to find partial matches, helping you locate products more easily.

Backing Up Product Installations and Settings

Backing up your product installations and settings is essential for ensuring that you can restore or transfer your products without losing any custom configurations. The Apps Manager offers tools to back up both the product installers and the settings you’ve configured for individual products.

Detailed Steps to Back Up Products and Settings:

  1. Set a Backup Location:
    • To back up your product installers and settings, you’ll need to choose a default location for your backups. This can be done by going to the Settings tab in the Apps Manager and navigating to Downloads.
    • In the Downloads section, set the default backup folder where all product installers and backup files will be stored.
  2. Back Up Product Installers:
    • The Apps Manager allows you to back up the installer files for all your purchased products. This ensures that if you need to reinstall a product in the future, you won’t have to download it again.
    • To back up the installers, select the product from the My Apps tab and download the installer to your designated backup folder.
  3. Back Up Customized Product Settings:
    • Some products allow for customized settings, such as preferences or plugin configurations. To ensure you don’t lose these settings, manually back them up by exporting the settings file from the product itself (if supported) or saving a copy of the configuration files from the product's folder on your computer.
    • Store these settings in the same backup folder to keep everything organized.
  4. Restoring from Backup:
    • In case of a reinstall or transfer to a new device, you can easily restore the product by using the backed-up installer and loading the saved settings files. Simply reinstall the product and import the saved settings.

Tip: Regularly back up your product installers and settings, especially after major updates or customizations. This ensures that you can restore everything quickly in case of a system failure or transfer.

Transferring Products to Another Computer or Device

If you need to switch to a new computer or device, the Apps Manager allows you to transfer your products and licenses easily. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth transfer process.

Detailed Steps to Transfer Products:

  1. Back Up Your Products and Settings:
    • Before transferring your products to a new device, back up your product installers and any customized settings as outlined above. This will make it easier to reinstall and restore your products on the new device.
  2. Install the Apps Manager on the New Device:
    • On your new computer or device, visit the Motion Routes website to download and install the Apps Manager. This will allow you to manage your products on the new machine.
  3. Deactivate the License on the Old Device:
    • If you have single-user licenses, deactivate the product on your old device before transferring it to the new one. In the My Apps tab, select the product and click Deactivate. This frees up the license for use on the new device.
  4. Log In on the New Device:
    • Launch the Apps Manager on your new device and log in using your existing Motion Routes credentials. Your list of purchased products will appear in the My Apps tab, ready for reinstallation.
  5. Reinstall and Activate the Products:
    • Reinstall the products on your new device by selecting Install for each product. After installation, click Activate to use the product. If the product has customized settings, import them from your backup folder.

Important: Always deactivate licenses on the old device before activating them on the new one. This avoids licensing conflicts and ensures compliance with the product’s license terms.

Settings Tab Overview

The Settings tab in the Apps Manager allows you to customize various aspects of the app, including download locations, user interface preferences, and automatic update settings. This section outlines the different options available to help you configure the app to your liking.

Key Features of the Settings Tab:

  1. System Tray Icon:
    • Choose whether to show or hide the Apps Manager in the system tray (Windows) or menu bar (macOS). Enabling this option allows you to quickly access the app from the tray, even when it’s minimized.
  2. Data Collection Preferences:
    • Opt-in or opt-out of anonymized data collection, which helps the developers improve the app. If you value privacy, you can disable data collection in this section.
  3. Simplified UI:
    • Toggle between a simple user interface with icons only or a more detailed interface with action descriptions. If you prefer a clean, minimalist interface, enable the icon-only view.
  4. Automatic Updates:
    • Enable automatic updates for the Apps Manager to ensure you always have the latest version. When enabled, the app will automatically download and install updates in the background.
  5. Default Download Folder:
    • Set a default folder for storing product installers and backup files. This ensures all downloads are organized in one place and makes it easier to manage temporary installation files.

Help Section Overview

The Help section of the Apps Manager provides a wealth of resources to assist you with managing your products, troubleshooting issues, and customizing settings. This section breaks down the different help categories to guide you through using the app effectively.

Help Categories:

My Apps Tab:

The My Apps tab is your main hub for managing product installations, updates, and license activations. Here’s how to navigate and use it:

  • Installation: To install a product, click the Install button next to its name. The installer will download to the default folder specified in the Settings tab.
  • Uninstallation: To remove a product, click the Uninstall button. This will delete the product from your system, but you can reinstall it at any time by selecting Install again.
  • Updating: If a new version of a product is available, click Update to download and install the latest version. This keeps your products up to date with the latest features and fixes.
  • Activation and Deactivation: Manage your product licenses by activating them after installation or deactivating them when transferring products to a new device.

Settings Tab:

The Settings tab allows you to customize how the Apps Manager operates. Here’s a quick overview:

  • UI Customization: Switch between icons-only view and full descriptions to personalize your experience.
  • Data Collection: Enable or disable data collection to improve the app’s performance while maintaining privacy.
  • Default Folder: Specify where installers and backup files are stored for easy access.

Troubleshooting Tab:

If you encounter issues while using the Apps Manager, the Troubleshooting tab offers solutions to common problems.

  • General Issues: Many problems can be resolved by restarting the app. If the issue persists, try reinstalling the product or clearing temporary files.
  • Support: If you need additional help, you can contact Motion Routes Support via the Contact Us page or by using the live chat feature.

Conclusion

The Apps Manager is a powerful tool for managing all your digital products, licenses, and installations on Motion Routes. By using the features described in this guide—such as searching for products, backing up installations, and transferring licenses—you can ensure that your digital assets are well-managed and accessible. For further assistance, the Help and Troubleshooting sections provide a wealth of resources, and the Settings tab allows for full customization of the app’s functionality.

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