The patch file package is for those wanting to update through the patch application, and should only be used by those who are comfortable with it.
-The patch file is one solution for those with changes in to the phpBB core files and do not want to re-add them back to all the changed files. To use this you will need command line access to a standard UNIX type patch application. If you do not have access to such an application, but still want to use this update approach, we strongly recommend the Automatic update package explained below. It is also the recommended update method.
+The patch file is one solution for those with changes in to the phpBB core files and do not want to re-add them back to all the changed files. To use this you will need command line access to a standard UNIX type patch application. If you do not have access to such an application, but still want to use this update approach, we strongly recommend the Full package update explained above. It is also the recommended update method.
A number of patch files are provided to allow you to update from previous stable releases. Select the correct patch, e.g. if your current version is 3.3.0, you need the phpBB-3.3.1-patch.zip/tar.bz2 file. Place the correct patch in the parent directory containing the phpBB core files (i.e. index.php, viewforum.php, etc.). With this done you should run the following command: patch -cl -d [PHPBB DIRECTORY] -p1 < [PATCH NAME] (where PHPBB DIRECTORY is the directory name your phpBB Installation resides in, for example phpBB, and where PATCH NAME is the relevant filename of the selected patch file). This should complete quickly, hopefully without any HUNK FAILED comments.
You should, of course, delete the patch file (or files) after use. As for the other update procedures, you should navigate to /install/app.php/update, select "Update database only" and submit the page after you have finished updating the files. This will update your database schema and data (if appropriate) and increment the version number. If you have shell access to your server, you may wish to update via the command line interface. From your board's root, execute the following command: php bin/phpbbcli.php --safe-mode db:migrate.
This update method is only recommended for installations with modifications to core phpBB files. This package detects changed files automatically and merges in changes if needed.
+This update method should only be used for installations with modifications to core phpBB files. If you simply use Extensions or custom Styles and have not modified core files, please use the Full Package update.
-The automatic update package will update the board from a given version to the latest version. A number of automatic update files are available, and you should choose the one that corresponds to the version of the board that you are currently running. For example, if your current version is 3.3.0, you need the phpBB-3.3.0_to_3.3.1.zip/tar.bz2 file.
This package detects changed files and merges in changes if needed. Since this type of update has a potential to cause issues while upgrading, it should only be used by expert users.
+ +The advanced update package will update the board from a given version to the latest version. A number of advanced update files are available, and you should choose the one that corresponds to the version of the board that you are currently running. For example, if your current version is 3.3.0, you need the phpBB-3.3.0_to_3.3.1.zip/tar.bz2 file.
To perform the update, either follow the instructions from the Administration Control Panel->System Tab - this should point out that you are running an outdated version and will guide you through the update - or follow the instructions listed below.
diff --git a/phpBB/docs/README.html b/phpBB/docs/README.html index 3028872cad..a2355a0e59 100644 --- a/phpBB/docs/README.html +++ b/phpBB/docs/README.html @@ -104,7 +104,7 @@With this update you only download your personal set of changed files to make sure you do not lose your file modifications you may have done. After you downloaded this package you need to manually upload the files to their correct position under your phpBB root directory. Once done, you are able to do the file check stage again to see if you moved the files to their correct location.
This method is similar to the first one but without the need to download the changed files and uploading them on your own. This will be done for you. In order to use this method you need to know your FTP login details since you will be asked for them. Once finished you will be redirected to the file check again to make sure everything got updated correctly.
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+ 'UPDATE_INSTALLATION_EXPLAIN' => 'With this option, it is possible to update your phpBB installation to the latest version.
During the process all of your files will be checked for their integrity. You are able to review all differences and files before the update.
The file update itself can be done in two different ways.
With this update you only download your personal set of changed files to make sure you do not lose your file modifications you may have done. After you downloaded this package you need to manually upload the files to their correct position under your phpBB root directory. Once done, you are able to do the file check stage again to see if you moved the files to their correct location.
This method is similar to the first one but without the need to download the changed files and uploading them on your own. This will be done for you. In order to use this method you need to know your FTP login details since you will be asked for them. Once finished you will be redirected to the file check again to make sure everything got updated correctly.
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'UPDATE_INSTRUCTIONS' => '
The recommended way of updating your installation is using the full package. If core phpBB files have been modified in your installation you may wish to use the automatic update package in order to not lose these changes. You are also able to update your installation using the other methods listed within the INSTALL.html document. The steps for updating phpBB3 using the full package are:
+The recommended way of updating your installation is using the full package. If core phpBB files have been modified in your installation you may wish to use the advanced update package in order to not lose these changes. You are also able to update your installation using the other methods listed within the INSTALL.html document. The steps for updating phpBB3 using the full package are:
The automatic update package is only recommended in case core phpBB files have been modified in your installation. You are also able to update your installation using the methods listed within the INSTALL.html document. The steps for updating phpBB3 using the automatic update package are:
+The advanced update package is only recommended for expert users in case core phpBB files have been modified in your installation. You are also able to update your installation using the methods listed within the INSTALL.html document. The steps for updating phpBB3 using the advanced update package are: