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“Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (FS2024)” has been launched and is basically compatible with most of the previous generation “Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 (FS2020)” Addon. Since FS2020 will still work fairly well at this point, friends who are “double fixers” may be concerned about whether they need to put an extra copy of the same Addon in the FS2024 Community folder. Although the famous Addon management tool “MSFS Addon Linker” has just launched an updated version. Provides a “one Addon for both uses” solution, but some Addons are installed with other installation management tools, such as the real civil aircraft painting and FSLTL Traffic Base Models model library and the installation management program FlyByWire Installer that provides it, as well as SimMarket, Orbx, etc. The Addon market application has not yet launched the FS2024 update If you do not want to install Addon again, you must use this system command: mklink!
Putting the esoteric aspects aside, the following command will create a link in the FS2024 Community folder, pointing to the Addon placed in the FS2020 Community folder:
mklink /j “FS2024 community folder path and addon name” “FS2020 community folder path and Addon name”
For example: to create a connection to FSLTL Traffic Base Modules in the Steam version of FS2020, first open a command prompt window (Command Prompt) as an administrator, then enter the following command (note that you need to change your username).
mklink / j “C:Users用戶名AppDataRoamingMicrosoft Flight Simulator 2024PackagesCommunityfsltl-traffic-base” “C:Users用戶名AppDataRoamingMicrosoft Flight Simulator Community Folderfstl-base-traffic”
After completing it, check the FS2024 Community folder in the command line window. .
A little deeper…
mklink is a command used to create links to files or folders. There are two types of mklink, namely symbolic link soft link and hard link permanent link When the user opens a link or clicks a folder link, the previous one moves the user to the folder location of the target file and leave the original program settings. Some programs do this There will be problems; the latter will not move the user location, and the attached files and folders will be as if they were placed under the main menu of the program FS2020 and FS2024 share the same Addon and use this type of permanent connection.
The syntax of the mklink directive is as follows:
mklink link [[/d] | [/h] | [/j]]
The /d option is used to create a symbolic link to a directory, /h is used to create a permanent link to the file, and /j is used to create a “directory link”, which is a permanent link to a ‘ package. Without any options, file symbolic links will be created.
Regardless of the type of connection you want to create, Command Prompt must be executed with administrator privileges.
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**Can you elaborate on the potential downsides or limitations of using “mklink” for addon management, especially considering potential software updates or changes to simulator file structures in future releases? **
## Interview: Navigating the Addon Transition from FS2020 to FS2024
**Welcome back to World Today News! Today we’re discussing the exciting release of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and the implications it has for our cherished addons.**
**Joining us today are two experts:**
* **[Guest 1 Name and Credentials]:** A seasoned flight simulator veteran with extensive experience in addon management.
* **[Guest 2 Name and Credentials]:** A developer known for creating popular addons and staying at the forefront of simulator technology.
**Let’s dive right in!**
**I. Addon Compatibility and the “Double Fixer” Dilemma**
**(Interviewer to Guest 1):**
You’ve been flying with FS2020 for a while now. How does the transition to FS2024 feel? Are you concerned about your existing addons?
**(Interviewer to Guest 2):**
From a developer’s perspective, what are the biggest challenges in ensuring addon compatibility across different versions of Microsoft Flight Simulator?
**(Interviewer to both Guest):**
The article mentions the possibility of using the same addon for both FS2020 and FS2024. What are the pros and cons of this approach? Is it a viable long-term solution?
**II. Understanding the Power of “mklink”**
**(Interviewer to Guest 1):**
Can you walk our listeners through the concept of mklink? Why is it relevant for addon management in this context?
**(Interviewer to Guest 2):**
How effective is mklink in practice? What potential pitfalls should users be aware of when using this command?
**(Interviewer to both Guest):**
Do you think mklink will remain a relevant tool for addon management in the future, or are there other solutions on the horizon?
**III. Looking Ahead: The Future of Addon Management:**
**(Interviewer to Guest 1):**
What advice would you give to fellow simmers who are anxious about the addon transition to FS2024?
**(Interviewer to Guest 2):**
What are your hopes and predictions for the evolution of addon management tools and practices in the coming years?
**(Interviewer to both Guest):**
What is the most exciting development related to addons that you’re looking forward to seeing in the future of Flight Simulator?
**VI. Conclusion:**
**(Interviewer to both Guest):**
Thank you both for sharing your valuable insights. To our viewers, we hope this interview shed some light on navigating the transition to FS2024 and managing your beloved addons. Remember to stay informed, experiment with different solutions, and enjoy the incredible world of flight simulation!
