I've started a new thread listing out the current known issues with the adCenter Desktop so you can have the latest information. The development team is working to fix these issues and we'll keep the thread updated as we get more information.

http://adcentercommunity.com/forums/p/674/2142.aspx

Thanks,

Carolyn

I don't think I was prompt to download the new version. I have 4.10.07168.3, is this the latest version? And now, I can't get my stats....

 Just got the new version... never mind!

Hi guys!

 Any one have a date in mind of when the adCenter Desktop will be available either for trial or for proper use in Europe?

 Many thanks, keep up the good wwork!

Hi Eloi,

I am going to find out more info about the Europe roll-out for this tool and how to sign up, and let you know.

I'll keep you posted.

Thanks,

Carolyn

Hello,

Those of you who are outside of the U.S. and are interested in signing up to try the Desktop, I found out that you should use the adCenter Beta & Pilot Interest form. Then, when the beta is expanded to your market, you'll be under consideration for an invitation.

Please keep in mind that the team reviews invitation requests as they are received and invitations are sent on a rolling basis according to demand and according to market availability.

Hope this helps,

Carolyn

Hi everyone,

There will be an update to the Desktop later this week. I just wanted to let you know this is for back-end updates only and there are no new features this time.

We'll have more features coming soon and we'll keep you posted on when they're coming.

Thanks,

Carolyn

Coming Soon: adCenter Desktop Beta Upgrade

Hi everyone,

Next week you will receive a prompt to upgrade to the latest version of Microsoft® adCenter Desktop (Beta) when you access the tool. This upgrade replaces the current version of Desktop and contains many additional features to help you better manage your online adCenter accounts. While this is an optional upgrade, we encourage you to follow the on-screen prompts to upgrade your version of adCenter Desktop to take advantage of these improvements:

-- Visually-enhanced features such as the Dashboard, which displays performance data and trends
-- Removal of the Save button: Changes are automatically saved when you switch to a different tab
-- Ability to pause and resume keywords and text ads
-- Ability to submit ad groups as active when users upload them to adCenter online
-- Customization of display and other default campaign values
-- Advanced search and filtering capabilities

Learn more and read the feature guide on your Connect dashboard at www.connect.com.

Thanks,

Carolyn

Hi everyone,

The adCenter Desktop Beta team has let us know there's an upgrade coming in the next few weeks.

The first time you access the adCenter Desktop after this upgrade, you will be prompted to download a new version of the tool. The new version will replace the installed version, as well as all local data. To avoid any data loss, please upload changes from adCenter Desktop to your online adCenter account or save all your local account data before May 14.

 Here are the instructions from the team:

Save your adCenter changes before installing the new adCenter Desktop version
In order to have a successful transition to the new version of adCenter Desktop, please complete one of the following options:

1. Upload Changes to adCenter: In the adCenter Desktop tool, click “Upload Changes” to upload all changes made within the adCenter Desktop tool to your online adCenter account prior to the upgrade (recommended).

OR

2. Save Data Locally: If you are not ready to upload your data, you may export your current account data to a Microsoft Office Excel 2003 compatible file. From the adCenter Desktop home page, click Export, then select Export to adCenter format (.csv). Then, after completing the download and install of the new version, import this file into adCenter Desktop.

Thanks,

Carolyn