Installing new dictionary in ZDT

[stoney]

I think I just have to place the new jar file in the plugins folder, but am I supposed to remove the old file?

[jbradfor]

No need.

The "new" dictionary should have a slightly different file name (and version number) and zdt will use the latest version.

[A warning: I put "new" in quotation marks as unfortunately the latest version is still quite old.]

[stoney]

Ok, thats good to know.

Now I have another problem. Searches in Adso dictionary were working fine, but now I get a search error ( CEDICT still works ) . It says it can't find a database, and when I go to preferences to set the databaes, I have no idea where to find it. Where is the data base I'm supposed to direct it to?

Otherwise I'll just try reinstalling everything.

[jbradfor]

Humm, not sure what to say. The "database" to which it refers is your user.script file. Going to Window -> Preferences -> Database, is that set to a valid user.script file? Otherwise, reinstall might be your best best. Just make sure to erase all the zdt files.

[xianu]

I apologize if there is a more appropriate place in cyberspace for this question: I just got a new Windows 7 computer. I have successfully installed ZDT, and have downloaded the additional plugins for ADSO and newer CEDICT (o.3.0 and 0.4.0). I have checked in my plugin directory and have found all the plugins there, but when I open up the ZDT, I don't have a choice for the ADSO dictionary. I have already tried a un/re-install a couple times, and have been able to import most of my old txt files back in to ZDT, but I still only have access to CEDICT. suggestions?

[xianu]

I want to amend the my last post: I have dropped in and have copied the CEDICT 0.3.0 and 0.4.0 plugins to the pluin directory, and now it seems the 0.4.0 cedict is working and "active." I have repeatedly done the same with the adso plugin, but it is not available when I try to choose another dictionary. When I go to the plugin directory, it is sitting right there (with a wicked grin on its face), but, when I go to the "about ZDT" "plug-in detail," it isn't listed. help?