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- Extract contents of the zip file into a folder.
- Read the Readme for important updates.
- In the Report Designer folder, click the file that is most appropriate for your operating system.
- Windows - ReportDesigner.exe
- Linux - startdesigner_linux.sh
- Mac OS X - Report Designer.app
The Pentaho Report Designer Version Checker
Pentaho Report Designer includes a version checker that prompts you when new versions of Report Designer are available. When performing a version check, the server makes an HTTP call to Pentaho Report Designer and exchanges information. This information is used to determine if an update is available and to analyze Report Designer usage in different environments. The version checker helps Pentaho to plan and prioritize platform certifications, testing plans, and localization plans.
Note: Version checker is available for all components of the Pentaho BI Platform.
When you first install the Report Designer, the following dialog box appears prompting you to enable the version checker:
If you enable the version checker, you receive periodic update notices as shown below:
Report Designer Start Up
The Report Designer displays a Welcome page and a default workspace at start up. The Welcome page provides you with a brief introduction of the Report Designer and some instructions for getting started. The Welcome page also provides access to sample reports and recently opened reports. Click Design to open the report workspace.
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