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If you are wondering if you can update your Joomla 3 site to Joomla 4, the Joomla 3.10 Pre-Update Check tool is your best friend! It will let you know if the extensions in your Joomla install are compatible with Joomla 4.

 

00:00 - Introduction: Checking Joomla 3.10 Site Readiness for Joomla 4 Migration

00:36 - Sponsor Mention: mysites.guru Coupon Code Offer

00:56 - Migration vs Update: Car Engine Analogy Explained

01:59 - Importance of Compatibility Check: Avoid Site Issues Before Migrating

02:25 - Navigating to Joomla Update Component: Accessing Update Settings

03:01 - Running the Pre-Update Checker: Ensuring Joomla 4 Compatibility

03:39 - Understanding Pre-Update Check Results: Identifying Incompatibilities

04:42 - Live Update Tab and Warnings: Addressing Potential Issues Before Migration

06:25 - Researching Extension Compatibility: Verifying Extensions like Regular Labs and Jot Cache

09:18 - Pro Tip: Backup and Test Migration on Non-Live Site

 

Summary

 

Introduction to Compatibility Tool

Tim introduces the compatibility testing tool in Joomla 3.10, essential for checking readiness for migration to Joomla 4.

Importance of Migration Not Update

Explains the significant differences between migration and update, emphasizing the complexity of moving to Joomla 4.

Necessity of Compatibility Check

Stresses the importance of ensuring all extensions are compatible with Joomla 4 before migration to prevent site issues.

Step-by-Step Guide to Accessing Tool

Provides a detailed guide on navigating to the Joomla Update component and running the pre-update checker.

Changing Update Channel

Demonstrates how to change the update channel to "Joomla next" to run the pre-update check for Joomla 4.

Interpreting Check Results

Explains how to read and understand the results of the pre-update check, identifying which extensions are incompatible.

Addressing Compatibility Issues

Advises on how to handle incompatible extensions, including researching and contacting developers for updates.

Live Update Warnings

Highlights the warnings in the Live Update tab and the importance of resolving these issues before migrating.

Pro Tip: Backup Before Migration

Recommends making a backup of the site and testing the migration on a non-live site to ensure everything functions correctly.

Upcoming Joomla 4 Content

Promotes upcoming videos on migrating to Joomla 4 and other related topics, encouraging viewers to subscribe for updates.

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