Extensions are used to add and customize new features in the standard database setup. They can be implemented in both cloud-based and self-hosted databases. This manual will explain the steps to add the extension in self-host base.
It can be add in two modes-
a) 1С:Enterprise mode
b) Designer mode
1С:Enterprise mode:
This method can be used for both self-hosted and cloud-based infobases.
- Click on the arrow > click on Functions for Technician/advanced tools
If the "Functions for Technician" option is not available, click on Settings and enable the Technician Mode option.
Click the + sign next to Standard and select Manage Configuration Extensions.
Uncheck the Check applicability when adding and loading the extensions option. Click Add, which will open a browser dialog where you should select the path where the extension file is saved.
Once the file is selected, you will receive a confirmation message. Press Yes and then repeat the action.
If the extension does not appear in the table, start again by clicking Add. Make sure to uncheck Safe Mode, Profile Name, Force default roles for all users, and Unsafe Operation Protection
The system will give a Security Warning message > select Yes.
Then restart the application.
2. Designer mode:
Open the database by clicking on the Designer button:
Go to Administration > Active Users and verify that no one uses 1C. Ensure all users have logged out.
Go to Administration > Dump Infobase to create a backup. It's recommended to name the backup file with the current date and the phrase "before the update," though this step is not mandatory.
Go to Configuration > Open configuration:
Go to Configuration > Configuration extensions:
The following page is open - create a new configuration extension
Extension appears in the list:
As extension is created, go to Configuration > Load configuration from the file:
Since the configuration is not empty, the system will notify with a warning-
As full configuration loaded, go to update:
Extension is installed:
Now uncheck the safe mode, profile name and unsafe operation protection.
Then restart the application.
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