Migrating BASIC to CONNECT


Content related to migrating MicroStation BASIC customizations to MicroStation CONNECT.

MicroStation BASIC

The MicroStation BASIC (interpreted) API is no longer available starting with MicroStation CONNECT.  Users having prior custom MicroStation BASIC macros should contact the original developer and request code be updated in the following manner.

Existing macros should be evaluated based on a feature by feature basis to determine if the latest MicroStation CONNECT (or alternate Bentley product/product line) can effectively replace the functionality.  Doing so can eliminate the need for additional developer time and effort needed to migrate code.

Some additional tips for older versions of MicroStation if still installed can be found here: Migrate Macros

For functionality not available in a CONNECT Edition product and  required consider: