Installing FileMaker Pro in macOS

For late-breaking information and release notes about FileMaker Pro, see the Knowledge Base.

Before you install

• Check that your computer meets the system requirements. See FileMaker platform technical specifications.

• To install FileMaker Pro, you must have macOS administrator privileges and use an administrator account and password.

• If your computer is running virus protection software, turn it off before you install FileMaker Pro, and then turn it back on afterward.

• FileMaker Pro uses the same language as the current macOS system language. To change the language, use System Preferences and restart FileMaker Pro.

• You can also install FileMaker Pro remotely using Apple Remote Desktop. See FileMaker Pro Network Install Setup Guide.