Curator Tool Installation
The Curator Tool is the GRIN-Global client application used by a genebank's staff to access the GG database; it is not the database.
Installing the Curator Tool involves several steps that must be followed closely. Please download the Installation Guide and closely follow the directions.
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Curator Tool Release Notes
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Curator Tool Installation Guide
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Current Version
Curator Tool Installer (.exe) 1.23.1.26
Released April 21, 2023
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Upgrading from Older CT Versions
Older, but recent releases
Beginning with v1.9.9.8 (Dec. 18, 2020 version) - on PCs having the CT installed for the first time - the CT installation will copy the SAP Crystal Reports runtime file from a USDA server. CT Installation Guide for more details.
Upgrading from 32-bit CT Versions
Recent Curator Tool (CT) versions are 64-bit. However, if you are upgrading from a CT whose version is 1.9.8.14 or older, you should completely uninstall it using Windows. (If you are unsure of the current CT version, start up the CT – the version is displayed in the CT’s title bar.)
Beginning with v1.9.9.8 (Dec. 18, 2020 version) - on PCs having the CT installed for the first time - the CT installation will copy the SAP Crystal Reports runtime file from a USDA server. CT Installation Guide for more details.
Upgrading from 32-bit CT Versions
Recent Curator Tool (CT) versions are 64-bit. However, if you are upgrading from a CT whose version is 1.9.8.14 or older, you should completely uninstall it using Windows. (If you are unsure of the current CT version, start up the CT – the version is displayed in the CT’s title bar.)