Wonderer Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 I would really like it if a previous version could be available and would like to know if this would be possible. I accidently uninstalled my old version of Paint.NET and cannot get it back (I have tried what I can to undo it and it won't work). I am using windows vista and thus cannot use the new version as it only works for Windows 7 or later. I liked Paint.NET so I am dissappointed to hear that older versions are not available. I would also like to know why older versions are currently not available, seeing as many people can now not use this program unless they have a new OS. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ego Eram Reputo Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 Forum Rules #7 explains it fairly well. The number of users running 3.5.11 because their OS is ancient is fairly small. Too small for a single developer to support. You can probably find a copy online. Or you could restore it from your most recent backup (which you do regularly, right?) Quote ebook: Mastering Paint.NET | resources: Plugin Index | Stereogram Tut | proud supporter of Codelab plugins: EER's Plugin Pack | Planetoid | StickMan | WhichSymbol+ | Dr Scott's Markup Renderer | CSV Filetype | dwarf horde plugins: Plugin Browser | ShapeMaker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gubment_cheez Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 (edited) I would really like it if a previous version could be available and would like to know if this would be possible. I accidently uninstalled my old version of Paint.NET and cannot get it back (I have tried what I can to undo it and it won't work). I am using windows vista and thus cannot use the new version as it only works for Windows 7 or later. I liked Paint.NET so I am dissappointed to hear that older versions are not available. I would also like to know why older versions are currently not available, seeing as many people can now not use this program unless they have a new OS. Thank you. I believe in May 2011 Rick announced that the minimum OS supported for Paint.Net 4 would be Windows 7, and in september 2011, OS usage of Paint.Net 3.5.3 or newer was 55% Windows 7, 33% Windows XP, and only 11% Windows Vista. Rick hasn't reported new usage statistics, but I'm presuming that "many" people have either upgraded to Windows 7/8, or upgraded to some other program that will cater to their minority addendum: I believe "Not Providing Previous Versions" falls under the umbrella of "Not Supporting Previous Versions" Edited September 13, 2014 by gubment_cheez Quote You know the place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonderer Posted September 14, 2014 Author Share Posted September 14, 2014 (edited) I have tried looking for a copy online, the only issue with that is finding a reliable download source, I tried one but my Antivirus found an issue with it. I have tried to restore my computer to before I uninstalled paint but an unknown error occurred that prevented me from retrieving the program that way. Would you happen to know of a reliable download source? I'll have to have another look later, otherwise I could probably copy it from another computer in a months time. Hmm. I just read rules #7 and #8, I did not notice these before. I think that's a shame, especially number eight (specifically the last two sentences in the first paragraph,as it sounds inconsiderate and unopen to criticisms or opinions regarding previous versions/requirements, I find the second paragraph better though, as it is more informative and relevant). Oh well. I do thank you Ego Eram Reputo for pointing that out to me and Gubment for the statistics. Also, thank you both for your swift replies. Edited September 14, 2014 by Wonderer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skullbonz Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Wonderer and gubment_cheez, you are beating a dead horse that will bite you. Quote http://forums.getpaint.net/index.php?/topic/21233-skullbonz-art-gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gubment_cheez Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Wonderer and gubment_cheez, you are beating a dead horse that will bite you. and uhh which horse am I beating? Quote You know the place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skullbonz Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 I guess I mistakingly included you,lol,sorry. Quote http://forums.getpaint.net/index.php?/topic/21233-skullbonz-art-gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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