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Archive:Kodi v14 (Helix) FAQ

2014-12-06T18:28:45Z

SimonW500: /* What are some of the known issues in Helix? */

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{{helix|raw=This FAQ is for the '''[[Development builds|upcoming v14 release]]'''. It is currently a work in progress. Feel free to help develop this page by adding information or expanding on any of the sections (just request an account to edit), or even just giving feedback about the FAQ page on the kodi.tv forums '''[http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=210630 here]'''.}}

{{XBMC FAQ}}

<section begin="intro" />Frequently Asked Questions for upgrading to Kodi v14 (codename Helix) from a previous version. Includes how to enable some of the new features, where some controls got moved to, etc.<section end="intro" />

__TOC__
{{-}}
== General FAQ ==
:{{big|''See also: '''[[All platforms FAQ]]''' for an FAQ that applies to all versions of Kodi.''}}

=== What is Kodi? What is Helix? ===
{{Main|Kodi name change FAQ|History of XBMC}}
Kodi is the new name for XBMC media center. "Helix" is the codename for version 14, just as "Gotham" was the codename for XBMC v13. You will often see "v14" and "Helix" used interchangeably in the community. It might be a little confusing with so many new names being used, but this is simply the new version of XBMC. As long as you call it version 14/v14/Helix, then everyone will know what you are talking about.

You can download Kodi v14 "Helix" by going to http://kodi.tv/download/

=== Changelog ===
:See: '''[[Kodi v14 (Helix) changelog]]''' (and add-on developers should also see '''[[Helix API changes]]''')

=== What are some of the major new features? ===
::''See '''[[Kodi v14 (Helix) changelog]]''' for a condensed list of large and important changes''
:Examples include:
* Different selectable keyboard layouts for the '''[[on screen keyboard]]'''.
* faster library scraping
* updated ffmpeg including things like h.265 support
* software decoding defaults to multithread decoding
* more control over add-ons and their updates in the '''[[add-on manager]]'''
* "big font" size in '''[[Confluence]]'''
* H.265 and 4K support on some Android devices
* Freescale i.MX6 support
* ATSC sub channels for '''[[PVR]]''' in the US
* '''[[PVR]]''' window changes for easier navigation
* Archives (zip, bin, etc) files can be directly browsed

== Upgrading ==
{{warning|Because v14 physically moves the location of your settings and add-ons during the upgrade, please '''[[backup]]''' those files before upgrading (while you are still on v13 or newer). While this isn't required for normal use, you will need the backup file if you ever want to downgrade to v13. Plus, really, it's always a good idea to backup regularly. And call your mother sometime.}}
=== How do I upgrade to v14? ===
{{Note|Always '''[[backup]]''' your settings before upgrading, just incase!}}

* In most cases you can just install Kodi v14 over XBMC v13. All your settings and library are saved and will continue to work in the new version.

* After you install Kodi v14, you can then uninstall your old XBMC v13 install. XBMC v13 must be manually uninstalled in most cases since the upgrade has a new application name, depending on your OS.

* '''Android: Do not uninstall XBMC v13 before installing Kodi v14'''. Doing so will erase your settings before the upgrade takes place.

* Follow the normal install instructions to upgrade to Kodi v14:
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi on Apple TV 2|Apple TV 2 (black)]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for iOS]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Linux|Linux]]
:* [[XBMCbuntu|XBMCbuntu -> KodiBuntu upgrade]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Mac|Mac]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Windows|Windows]]
:* [[OpenELEC]] and other pre-made Linux distros - Wait for them to push an update for v14

=== PVR add-ons for Ubuntu ===
* '''[[PVR]]''' add-ons for Ubuntu need to be reinstalled as they will have new names. {{editor note|Need to list install names for kodi PVR add-ons here}}

=== MySQL ===
{{main|MySQL/Upgrading}}
* As long as your MySQL server is set up to allow XBMC/Kodi to make new databases for the upgrade itself (see '''[[MySQL/Upgrading]]''') then you don't need to do anything for upgrading a MySQL set up for Kodi. Even if you use "XBMC" in your advancedsettings.xml file, you can leave this the same and everything will still work.

=== What happens if I don't like Kodi v14, can I just install XBMC v13 again? ===
{{Main|Migration}}
{{editor note|this needs to be expanded}}
:You must restore a backup of your userdata and add-ons, as the v14 upgrade will physically move the location of those files.

==Where did it this or that go?==
=== Play button on remote no longer pauses ===
* Custom '''[[keymap]]s''' might need to be adjusted to use the [[action ID]] <code>'''playpause'''</code> instead of <code>play</code>. "Play" alone has new behavior to only play and not pause. This can be done with a basic text editor and going into your [[userdata folder]] and into the '''keymaps''' folder.

=== On-screen-keyboard is missing ===
* [[Skins]] that have not been updated to v14 might not have working on-screen-keyboards. You can switch back to the default skin, Confluence, in order to enter text, or wait for an update for your skin to be completely compatible with v14.

=== Live TV ===
* The '''[[PVR|Live TV]]''' home menu option has been renamed to just '''TV'''.

=== Userdata folder ===
* The '''[[userdata folder]]''''s parent settings folder has been renamed from "xbmc" to "kodi" (or .kodi for some OSes).

== Troubleshooting ==
{{main|Troubleshooting}}
=== What are some of the known issues in Helix? ===
{{see|Common issues}}

=== What might break when upgrading to v14? (add-ons, skins, remotes, etc) ===
:Most things from v13 will work in v14. However:

:* Some add-ons may not work, prompting Kodi to ask you to disable them. You can keep using them if you wish (by choosing not to disable them), but doing so is unsupported.

:* Some skins might not be updated for v14 Helix when you update. Be sure to check the relevant section of http://forum.kodi.tv for your skin to see if an update is planned.
:** Skins that have not been updated might not show the '''on screen keyboard'''.

:* Should your repo appear empty, or you are missing the new subtitles services, you may need to trigger a [[Add-on manager#Force refresh|Force refresh]] on the Kodi add-on repository.

:* The default username for remote smartphone apps is now '''kodi''' and might need to be changed in the settings of those remote apps. You can also change the username back to "xbmc" or use a custom username (and optionally, a password) in '''[[Settings/Services/Webserver|Service settings]]'''.

=== Where can I get more help? ===
:The '''[[FAQ|general and platform specific FAQs]]''', the Kodi support forums: '''http://forum.kodi.tv''', and/or the '''[irc://irc.freenode.org/kodi #kodi]''' [[w:IRC|IRC]] chat channel on irc.freenode.org.

== See also ==
{{Upgrade FAQs}}

[[Category:FAQ]]
[[Category:Manual]]
[[Category:Helix|*]]
[[Category:Upgrade FAQ|14]]

Archive:Kodi v14 (Helix) FAQ

2014-12-06T18:27:12Z

SimonW500: /* What might break when upgrading to v14? (add-ons, skins, remotes, etc) */

{{mininav| [[FAQs]] {{l2| [[Devices]] }} }}

{{helix|raw=This FAQ is for the '''[[Development builds|upcoming v14 release]]'''. It is currently a work in progress. Feel free to help develop this page by adding information or expanding on any of the sections (just request an account to edit), or even just giving feedback about the FAQ page on the kodi.tv forums '''[http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=210630 here]'''.}}

{{XBMC FAQ}}

<section begin="intro" />Frequently Asked Questions for upgrading to Kodi v14 (codename Helix) from a previous version. Includes how to enable some of the new features, where some controls got moved to, etc.<section end="intro" />

__TOC__
{{-}}
== General FAQ ==
:{{big|''See also: '''[[All platforms FAQ]]''' for an FAQ that applies to all versions of Kodi.''}}

=== What is Kodi? What is Helix? ===
{{Main|Kodi name change FAQ|History of XBMC}}
Kodi is the new name for XBMC media center. "Helix" is the codename for version 14, just as "Gotham" was the codename for XBMC v13. You will often see "v14" and "Helix" used interchangeably in the community. It might be a little confusing with so many new names being used, but this is simply the new version of XBMC. As long as you call it version 14/v14/Helix, then everyone will know what you are talking about.

You can download Kodi v14 "Helix" by going to http://kodi.tv/download/

=== Changelog ===
:See: '''[[Kodi v14 (Helix) changelog]]''' (and add-on developers should also see '''[[Helix API changes]]''')

=== What are some of the major new features? ===
::''See '''[[Kodi v14 (Helix) changelog]]''' for a condensed list of large and important changes''
:Examples include:
* Different selectable keyboard layouts for the '''[[on screen keyboard]]'''.
* faster library scraping
* updated ffmpeg including things like h.265 support
* software decoding defaults to multithread decoding
* more control over add-ons and their updates in the '''[[add-on manager]]'''
* "big font" size in '''[[Confluence]]'''
* H.265 and 4K support on some Android devices
* Freescale i.MX6 support
* ATSC sub channels for '''[[PVR]]''' in the US
* '''[[PVR]]''' window changes for easier navigation
* Archives (zip, bin, etc) files can be directly browsed

== Upgrading ==
{{warning|Because v14 physically moves the location of your settings and add-ons during the upgrade, please '''[[backup]]''' those files before upgrading (while you are still on v13 or newer). While this isn't required for normal use, you will need the backup file if you ever want to downgrade to v13. Plus, really, it's always a good idea to backup regularly. And call your mother sometime.}}
=== How do I upgrade to v14? ===
{{Note|Always '''[[backup]]''' your settings before upgrading, just incase!}}

* In most cases you can just install Kodi v14 over XBMC v13. All your settings and library are saved and will continue to work in the new version.

* After you install Kodi v14, you can then uninstall your old XBMC v13 install. XBMC v13 must be manually uninstalled in most cases since the upgrade has a new application name, depending on your OS.

* '''Android: Do not uninstall XBMC v13 before installing Kodi v14'''. Doing so will erase your settings before the upgrade takes place.

* Follow the normal install instructions to upgrade to Kodi v14:
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi on Apple TV 2|Apple TV 2 (black)]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for iOS]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Linux|Linux]]
:* [[XBMCbuntu|XBMCbuntu -> KodiBuntu upgrade]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Mac|Mac]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Windows|Windows]]
:* [[OpenELEC]] and other pre-made Linux distros - Wait for them to push an update for v14

=== PVR add-ons for Ubuntu ===
* '''[[PVR]]''' add-ons for Ubuntu need to be reinstalled as they will have new names. {{editor note|Need to list install names for kodi PVR add-ons here}}

=== MySQL ===
{{main|MySQL/Upgrading}}
* As long as your MySQL server is set up to allow XBMC/Kodi to make new databases for the upgrade itself (see '''[[MySQL/Upgrading]]''') then you don't need to do anything for upgrading a MySQL set up for Kodi. Even if you use "XBMC" in your advancedsettings.xml file, you can leave this the same and everything will still work.

=== What happens if I don't like Kodi v14, can I just install XBMC v13 again? ===
{{Main|Migration}}
{{editor note|this needs to be expanded}}
:You must restore a backup of your userdata and add-ons, as the v14 upgrade will physically move the location of those files.

==Where did it this or that go?==
=== Play button on remote no longer pauses ===
* Custom '''[[keymap]]s''' might need to be adjusted to use the [[action ID]] <code>'''playpause'''</code> instead of <code>play</code>. "Play" alone has new behavior to only play and not pause. This can be done with a basic text editor and going into your [[userdata folder]] and into the '''keymaps''' folder.

=== On-screen-keyboard is missing ===
* [[Skins]] that have not been updated to v14 might not have working on-screen-keyboards. You can switch back to the default skin, Confluence, in order to enter text, or wait for an update for your skin to be completely compatible with v14.

=== Live TV ===
* The '''[[PVR|Live TV]]''' home menu option has been renamed to just '''TV'''.

=== Userdata folder ===
* The '''[[userdata folder]]''''s parent settings folder has been renamed from "xbmc" to "kodi" (or .kodi for some OSes).

== Troubleshooting ==
{{main|Troubleshooting}}
=== What are some of the known issues in Gotham? ===
{{see|Common issues}}

=== What might break when upgrading to v14? (add-ons, skins, remotes, etc) ===
:Most things from v13 will work in v14. However:

:* Some add-ons may not work, prompting Kodi to ask you to disable them. You can keep using them if you wish (by choosing not to disable them), but doing so is unsupported.

:* Some skins might not be updated for v14 Helix when you update. Be sure to check the relevant section of http://forum.kodi.tv for your skin to see if an update is planned.
:** Skins that have not been updated might not show the '''on screen keyboard'''.

:* Should your repo appear empty, or you are missing the new subtitles services, you may need to trigger a [[Add-on manager#Force refresh|Force refresh]] on the Kodi add-on repository.

:* The default username for remote smartphone apps is now '''kodi''' and might need to be changed in the settings of those remote apps. You can also change the username back to "xbmc" or use a custom username (and optionally, a password) in '''[[Settings/Services/Webserver|Service settings]]'''.

=== Where can I get more help? ===
:The '''[[FAQ|general and platform specific FAQs]]''', the Kodi support forums: '''http://forum.kodi.tv''', and/or the '''[irc://irc.freenode.org/kodi #kodi]''' [[w:IRC|IRC]] chat channel on irc.freenode.org.

== See also ==
{{Upgrade FAQs}}

[[Category:FAQ]]
[[Category:Manual]]
[[Category:Helix|*]]
[[Category:Upgrade FAQ|14]]

Archive:Kodi v14 (Helix) FAQ

2014-12-06T18:26:24Z

SimonW500: /* What is Kodi? What is Helix? */

{{mininav| [[FAQs]] {{l2| [[Devices]] }} }}

{{helix|raw=This FAQ is for the '''[[Development builds|upcoming v14 release]]'''. It is currently a work in progress. Feel free to help develop this page by adding information or expanding on any of the sections (just request an account to edit), or even just giving feedback about the FAQ page on the kodi.tv forums '''[http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=210630 here]'''.}}

{{XBMC FAQ}}

<section begin="intro" />Frequently Asked Questions for upgrading to Kodi v14 (codename Helix) from a previous version. Includes how to enable some of the new features, where some controls got moved to, etc.<section end="intro" />

__TOC__
{{-}}
== General FAQ ==
:{{big|''See also: '''[[All platforms FAQ]]''' for an FAQ that applies to all versions of Kodi.''}}

=== What is Kodi? What is Helix? ===
{{Main|Kodi name change FAQ|History of XBMC}}
Kodi is the new name for XBMC media center. "Helix" is the codename for version 14, just as "Gotham" was the codename for XBMC v13. You will often see "v14" and "Helix" used interchangeably in the community. It might be a little confusing with so many new names being used, but this is simply the new version of XBMC. As long as you call it version 14/v14/Helix, then everyone will know what you are talking about.

You can download Kodi v14 "Helix" by going to http://kodi.tv/download/

=== Changelog ===
:See: '''[[Kodi v14 (Helix) changelog]]''' (and add-on developers should also see '''[[Helix API changes]]''')

=== What are some of the major new features? ===
::''See '''[[Kodi v14 (Helix) changelog]]''' for a condensed list of large and important changes''
:Examples include:
* Different selectable keyboard layouts for the '''[[on screen keyboard]]'''.
* faster library scraping
* updated ffmpeg including things like h.265 support
* software decoding defaults to multithread decoding
* more control over add-ons and their updates in the '''[[add-on manager]]'''
* "big font" size in '''[[Confluence]]'''
* H.265 and 4K support on some Android devices
* Freescale i.MX6 support
* ATSC sub channels for '''[[PVR]]''' in the US
* '''[[PVR]]''' window changes for easier navigation
* Archives (zip, bin, etc) files can be directly browsed

== Upgrading ==
{{warning|Because v14 physically moves the location of your settings and add-ons during the upgrade, please '''[[backup]]''' those files before upgrading (while you are still on v13 or newer). While this isn't required for normal use, you will need the backup file if you ever want to downgrade to v13. Plus, really, it's always a good idea to backup regularly. And call your mother sometime.}}
=== How do I upgrade to v14? ===
{{Note|Always '''[[backup]]''' your settings before upgrading, just incase!}}

* In most cases you can just install Kodi v14 over XBMC v13. All your settings and library are saved and will continue to work in the new version.

* After you install Kodi v14, you can then uninstall your old XBMC v13 install. XBMC v13 must be manually uninstalled in most cases since the upgrade has a new application name, depending on your OS.

* '''Android: Do not uninstall XBMC v13 before installing Kodi v14'''. Doing so will erase your settings before the upgrade takes place.

* Follow the normal install instructions to upgrade to Kodi v14:
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi on Apple TV 2|Apple TV 2 (black)]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for iOS]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Linux|Linux]]
:* [[XBMCbuntu|XBMCbuntu -> KodiBuntu upgrade]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Mac|Mac]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Windows|Windows]]
:* [[OpenELEC]] and other pre-made Linux distros - Wait for them to push an update for v14

=== PVR add-ons for Ubuntu ===
* '''[[PVR]]''' add-ons for Ubuntu need to be reinstalled as they will have new names. {{editor note|Need to list install names for kodi PVR add-ons here}}

=== MySQL ===
{{main|MySQL/Upgrading}}
* As long as your MySQL server is set up to allow XBMC/Kodi to make new databases for the upgrade itself (see '''[[MySQL/Upgrading]]''') then you don't need to do anything for upgrading a MySQL set up for Kodi. Even if you use "XBMC" in your advancedsettings.xml file, you can leave this the same and everything will still work.

=== What happens if I don't like Kodi v14, can I just install XBMC v13 again? ===
{{Main|Migration}}
{{editor note|this needs to be expanded}}
:You must restore a backup of your userdata and add-ons, as the v14 upgrade will physically move the location of those files.

==Where did it this or that go?==
=== Play button on remote no longer pauses ===
* Custom '''[[keymap]]s''' might need to be adjusted to use the [[action ID]] <code>'''playpause'''</code> instead of <code>play</code>. "Play" alone has new behavior to only play and not pause. This can be done with a basic text editor and going into your [[userdata folder]] and into the '''keymaps''' folder.

=== On-screen-keyboard is missing ===
* [[Skins]] that have not been updated to v14 might not have working on-screen-keyboards. You can switch back to the default skin, Confluence, in order to enter text, or wait for an update for your skin to be completely compatible with v14.

=== Live TV ===
* The '''[[PVR|Live TV]]''' home menu option has been renamed to just '''TV'''.

=== Userdata folder ===
* The '''[[userdata folder]]''''s parent settings folder has been renamed from "xbmc" to "kodi" (or .kodi for some OSes).

== Troubleshooting ==
{{main|Troubleshooting}}
=== What are some of the known issues in Gotham? ===
{{see|Common issues}}

=== What might break when upgrading to v13? (add-ons, skins, remotes, etc) ===
:Most things from v13 will work in v14. However:

:* Some add-ons may not work, prompting Kodi to ask you to disable them. You can keep using them if you wish (by choosing not to disable them), but doing so is unsupported.

:* Some skins might not be updated for v14 Helix when you update. Be sure to check the relevant section of http://forum.kodi.tv for your skin to see if an update is planned.
:** Skins that have not been updated might not show the '''on screen keyboard'''.

:* Should your repo appear empty, or you are missing the new subtitles services, you may need to trigger a [[Add-on manager#Force refresh|Force refresh]] on the Kodi add-on repository.

:* The default username for remote smartphone apps is now '''kodi''' and might need to be changed in the settings of those remote apps. You can also change the username back to "xbmc" or use a custom username (and optionally, a password) in '''[[Settings/Services/Webserver|Service settings]]'''.

=== Where can I get more help? ===
:The '''[[FAQ|general and platform specific FAQs]]''', the Kodi support forums: '''http://forum.kodi.tv''', and/or the '''[irc://irc.freenode.org/kodi #kodi]''' [[w:IRC|IRC]] chat channel on irc.freenode.org.

== See also ==
{{Upgrade FAQs}}

[[Category:FAQ]]
[[Category:Manual]]
[[Category:Helix|*]]
[[Category:Upgrade FAQ|14]]

Archive:Kodi v14 (Helix) FAQ

2014-12-06T18:24:49Z

SimonW500: /* What is Kodi? What is Helix? */

{{mininav| [[FAQs]] {{l2| [[Devices]] }} }}

{{helix|raw=This FAQ is for the '''[[Development builds|upcoming v14 release]]'''. It is currently a work in progress. Feel free to help develop this page by adding information or expanding on any of the sections (just request an account to edit), or even just giving feedback about the FAQ page on the kodi.tv forums '''[http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=210630 here]'''.}}

{{XBMC FAQ}}

<section begin="intro" />Frequently Asked Questions for upgrading to Kodi v14 (codename Helix) from a previous version. Includes how to enable some of the new features, where some controls got moved to, etc.<section end="intro" />

__TOC__
{{-}}
== General FAQ ==
:{{big|''See also: '''[[All platforms FAQ]]''' for an FAQ that applies to all versions of Kodi.''}}

=== What is Kodi? What is Helix? ===
{{Main|Kodi name change FAQ|History of XBMC}}
Kodi is the new name for XBMC media center. "Helix" is the codename for version 14, just as "Gotham" was the codename for XBMC v13. You will often see "v14" and "Helix" used interchangeably in the community. It might be a little confusing with so many new names being used, but this is simply the new version of XBMC. As long as you call it version 14/v14, then everyone will know what you are talking about.

You can download Kodi v14 "Helix" by going to http://kodi.tv/download/

=== Changelog ===
:See: '''[[Kodi v14 (Helix) changelog]]''' (and add-on developers should also see '''[[Helix API changes]]''')

=== What are some of the major new features? ===
::''See '''[[Kodi v14 (Helix) changelog]]''' for a condensed list of large and important changes''
:Examples include:
* Different selectable keyboard layouts for the '''[[on screen keyboard]]'''.
* faster library scraping
* updated ffmpeg including things like h.265 support
* software decoding defaults to multithread decoding
* more control over add-ons and their updates in the '''[[add-on manager]]'''
* "big font" size in '''[[Confluence]]'''
* H.265 and 4K support on some Android devices
* Freescale i.MX6 support
* ATSC sub channels for '''[[PVR]]''' in the US
* '''[[PVR]]''' window changes for easier navigation
* Archives (zip, bin, etc) files can be directly browsed

== Upgrading ==
{{warning|Because v14 physically moves the location of your settings and add-ons during the upgrade, please '''[[backup]]''' those files before upgrading (while you are still on v13 or newer). While this isn't required for normal use, you will need the backup file if you ever want to downgrade to v13. Plus, really, it's always a good idea to backup regularly. And call your mother sometime.}}
=== How do I upgrade to v14? ===
{{Note|Always '''[[backup]]''' your settings before upgrading, just incase!}}

* In most cases you can just install Kodi v14 over XBMC v13. All your settings and library are saved and will continue to work in the new version.

* After you install Kodi v14, you can then uninstall your old XBMC v13 install. XBMC v13 must be manually uninstalled in most cases since the upgrade has a new application name, depending on your OS.

* '''Android: Do not uninstall XBMC v13 before installing Kodi v14'''. Doing so will erase your settings before the upgrade takes place.

* Follow the normal install instructions to upgrade to Kodi v14:
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi on Apple TV 2|Apple TV 2 (black)]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for iOS]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Linux|Linux]]
:* [[XBMCbuntu|XBMCbuntu -> KodiBuntu upgrade]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Mac|Mac]]
:* [[HOW-TO:Install Kodi for Windows|Windows]]
:* [[OpenELEC]] and other pre-made Linux distros - Wait for them to push an update for v14

=== PVR add-ons for Ubuntu ===
* '''[[PVR]]''' add-ons for Ubuntu need to be reinstalled as they will have new names. {{editor note|Need to list install names for kodi PVR add-ons here}}

=== MySQL ===
{{main|MySQL/Upgrading}}
* As long as your MySQL server is set up to allow XBMC/Kodi to make new databases for the upgrade itself (see '''[[MySQL/Upgrading]]''') then you don't need to do anything for upgrading a MySQL set up for Kodi. Even if you use "XBMC" in your advancedsettings.xml file, you can leave this the same and everything will still work.

=== What happens if I don't like Kodi v14, can I just install XBMC v13 again? ===
{{Main|Migration}}
{{editor note|this needs to be expanded}}
:You must restore a backup of your userdata and add-ons, as the v14 upgrade will physically move the location of those files.

==Where did it this or that go?==
=== Play button on remote no longer pauses ===
* Custom '''[[keymap]]s''' might need to be adjusted to use the [[action ID]] <code>'''playpause'''</code> instead of <code>play</code>. "Play" alone has new behavior to only play and not pause. This can be done with a basic text editor and going into your [[userdata folder]] and into the '''keymaps''' folder.

=== On-screen-keyboard is missing ===
* [[Skins]] that have not been updated to v14 might not have working on-screen-keyboards. You can switch back to the default skin, Confluence, in order to enter text, or wait for an update for your skin to be completely compatible with v14.

=== Live TV ===
* The '''[[PVR|Live TV]]''' home menu option has been renamed to just '''TV'''.

=== Userdata folder ===
* The '''[[userdata folder]]''''s parent settings folder has been renamed from "xbmc" to "kodi" (or .kodi for some OSes).

== Troubleshooting ==
{{main|Troubleshooting}}
=== What are some of the known issues in Gotham? ===
{{see|Common issues}}

=== What might break when upgrading to v13? (add-ons, skins, remotes, etc) ===
:Most things from v13 will work in v14. However:

:* Some add-ons may not work, prompting Kodi to ask you to disable them. You can keep using them if you wish (by choosing not to disable them), but doing so is unsupported.

:* Some skins might not be updated for v14 Helix when you update. Be sure to check the relevant section of http://forum.kodi.tv for your skin to see if an update is planned.
:** Skins that have not been updated might not show the '''on screen keyboard'''.

:* Should your repo appear empty, or you are missing the new subtitles services, you may need to trigger a [[Add-on manager#Force refresh|Force refresh]] on the Kodi add-on repository.

:* The default username for remote smartphone apps is now '''kodi''' and might need to be changed in the settings of those remote apps. You can also change the username back to "xbmc" or use a custom username (and optionally, a password) in '''[[Settings/Services/Webserver|Service settings]]'''.

=== Where can I get more help? ===
:The '''[[FAQ|general and platform specific FAQs]]''', the Kodi support forums: '''http://forum.kodi.tv''', and/or the '''[irc://irc.freenode.org/kodi #kodi]''' [[w:IRC|IRC]] chat channel on irc.freenode.org.

== See also ==
{{Upgrade FAQs}}

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[[Category:Manual]]
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[[Category:Upgrade FAQ|14]]