> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://axongenesis.gitbook.io/timeflow/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://axongenesis.gitbook.io/timeflow/reference/beta.md).

# Beta

How to get and install Timeflow beta updates

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The following instructions are for verified beta testers with the proper credentials.
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## Get Access

Access to pre-release versions of Timeflow is granted to Verified Users on the Timeflow Discord server. Once you have joined, go to the #-get-verified channel for instructions to become a Verified User.

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## How to Install

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It is recommended to test this in a new empty Unity project (2021.3 or later) if this is your first time installing Timeflow using this method.&#x20;
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Before installing, be sure to remove the previous installation of Timeflow first, otherwise you will encounter this error:

\[Package Manager Window] Error adding package:&#x20;
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### 1. Get the Package URL

A private URL with tokenized credentials is provided to install Timeflow from the Package Manager.

* In the Timeflow Discord server, go to the #-vip channel. You must be a verified user for access.&#x20;
* Locate the most recent URL posted in the channel, which looks like the following:

```
https://{token}@github.com/AxonGenesis/Timeflow.git#upm{version}
```

* Select and copy the entire URL.

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The URL is confidential. Do not share or post anywhere. All URLs have an expiration date and will no longer work after 7 days.
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### 2. Install in the Package Manager

* With your Unity project open, select from the main menu: Window/Package Manager
* Click the + menu in the top left corner

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* Paste the full URL (copied in the previous step) into the field and then click Add.

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* It may take several moments to locate and download the package<br>

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* After installation Timeflow is displayed under 'Packages - Axon Genesis' and assets installed to the project's Packages/Timeflow directory. From here, you may then optionally import any samples you wish to work with by clicking the 'Import' button for each.<br>

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At a later point you may return to get the latest version by clicking the 'Update' button.&#x20;
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After updating, to import samples you may need to close the Package Manager window and re-open it to import the samples, otherwise a console error may appear saying that the directory does not exist. This due to the way Unity manages the package cache.&#x20;
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If you encounter any errors during installation, it may be necessary to remove Timeflow (click the Remove button) and then re-add the package starting at step 1 above.
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For changes to the locations of the Timeflow preferences and settings, please refer to [Assets](/timeflow/user-guide/menus-and-shortcuts/preferences/assets.md)