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How-To Guides
Step-by-step guides for Forest / AGM
Download guides covering everything from installation and configuration to day-to-day usage of Forest and AGM.
The guides below are available to all Forest users. Each document covers a specific topic in detail — simply click Download to save the PDF to your computer. If you need assistance that isn't covered here, please contact our helpdesk.
Forest Support Prices and Terms V2.0
An overview of the current support pricing structure and terms for Forest / AGM users.
Help File
The comprehensive Forest / AGM help file covering all program features and functions.
Backup Data
Step-by-step instructions for backing up your Forest / AGM data to protect against data loss.
Configure the BDE
How to correctly configure the Borland Database Engine (BDE) for single and networked installations.
Download prices and updates
Instructions for downloading and applying the latest price files and program updates.
Get the best from your system
Tips and recommendations for optimising your Forest / AGM installation and workflow.
Install AGM
A complete guide to installing Allmakes Garage Manager (AGM) on Windows systems.
Keyboard shortcuts
A reference guide to keyboard shortcuts that speed up your work in Forest / AGM.
Switch Master Computers on a Network
How to safely switch your Forest / AGM master computer to a new machine on an existing network.
Clear *.LCK and *.NET files
Instructions for clearing stale lock files that can prevent Forest / AGM from starting properly.
How to export from Forest / AGM to Sage 2012
Step-by-step guide for exporting your Forest / AGM financial data into Sage Accounts 2012.