will a TDMS file created in Labview 8.2 be readable in later versions

[ds_1]

Hi,

      I was wondering if there will be any compatability issues with TDMS files when upgrading Labview?, i.e. should a Labview 8.2 still be readable in 8.5 and later. I do not use DIAdem and would very much prefer not having to use it in the future.

    Thanks,

[Rich_Silley_NIUK]

Hi

TDMS is a file format that adheres to a standard outlined here. Therefore as long as an application supports the reading of TDMS files, it will not matter what was used to write the file. So in answer to your question, you will be able to open a TDMS file written in LV8.2 in newer versions.

Rich
NI | UK

[ds_1]

Thanks for reply Rich, Just what I was after!

Though I hope "as long as apllication supports the reading of TDMS files"  could imply that Labview could drop it and reading only being included only in DIAdem?

[Rich_Silley_NIUK]

That is not something that I would worry about, here at NI we are committed to the continual developement of all our applications and maintaining backwards copatibility to enable our customers to maximise productivity. Good luck with your developement.

Rich
NI | UK

[ds_1]

Thanks again! Just switching some developments over to using TDMS, thanks for the reasurance, need to check everything out so I can present to others that it is an improved method for us.

Appreciate the help!