Before You Upgrade to 2.0
 
If you’re upgrading from an older version of NoteBook, follow these steps before installing NoteBook 2.0:

Make a backup of all of your existing Notebooks and store it in a safe place!

It’s always a good idea to back up your documents before installing a new version of software.  While we don’t anticipate any problems, it’s better to be safe.
 

Archive the older version of NoteBook if you want to keep it around.

Note that the NoteBook file format has changed slightly.  NoteBook 1.2 can open most 2.0 Notebooks but will warn you that some data may be lost in the process.  Once you save a 1.2 Notebook using 2.0, it becomes a 2.0 Notebook.
 

Exchange your old NoteBook license key for a new 2.0 license key

NoteBook 2.0 uses a new licensing system which does not accept older license keys.  If you don’t have a new license key, visit the Circus Ponies website (you’ll need to have your old license key handy).  The license key upgrade is free of charge.
 
 
Follow the instructions in the “Installing the NoteBook Application” and “Entering Your License Key” help topic pages.
 
 
After installing, choose Help → What’s New in NoteBook 2.0 to learn about changes and new features.