Identify WorkPlace Tech Application Version (Detect if Created with WPT 3.2sp1 or Older)

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Issue

Determine whether a WorkPlace Tech (WPT) application was created or edited using WorkPlace Tech 3.2sp1 or an earlier version, in order to know if it can be safely converted by WPT 4.x or WPT 5.x.

Product Line

TAC IA Series

Environment

WorkPlace Tech

Cause

The installed controllers may have been programmed using older versions of WorkPlace Tech. Applications created before WPT 3.2sp1 do not contain version metadata and should not be converted using WPT 4.x or 5.x without verification.

Resolution

⚠️ Critical Warning

Do not allow Visio or WorkPlace Tech to convert or update the application if prompted.
Selecting "Yes" may permanently modify the file and prevent correct identification or migration.

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1. Open the Application in Visio

Visio is sufficient; WorkPlace Tech does not need to be installed.

2. Access the ShapeSheet

1. Hold down the left Shift key.
2. While still holding Shift, right‑click the background.
3. Select Show ShapeSheet, keeping Shift held until the ShapeSheet opens.
   • If the ShapeSheet header does not show the file name followed by "", close it and repeat.

3. Check the User-defined Cells Section

Locate User-defined Cells.
Look for: User.wptVersion

4. Interpret Results

• User.wptVersion is present
  The application was created/edited with WPT 3.2sp1 or newer and can be converted safely.

• User.wptVersion or the entire User-defined Cells section is missing
  The application was created with WPT earlier than 3.2sp1 and must not be converted.

5. Close Without Saving

When exiting Visio, select No when asked to save.

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Additional Notes for Visio 2010

To enable the Developer tab:
File → Options → Customize Ribbon → enable Developer

To open the ShapeSheet manually:
Developer → Shape Design → Show ShapeSheet (Shape, Page, or Document)