# Installing and Uninstalling Plug-ins

Some plug-ins may need to be installed separately. This topic describes how to install plug-ins.
Note
For the Document Property Entry plug-in, it can be upgraded by installing it in the environment where it is already installed.

## Installing plug-ins

Procedure
1.
Sign in to the PC on which to install the plug-in as a user with administrator privileges.
2.
Close any open applications related to DocuWorks, such as DocuWorks Desk or DocuWorks Viewer.
3.
Open the folder where the installer is stored, and double-click "setup.exe".
If the [User Account Control] screen appears, click [Yes].
Note
The name of the executable file for installer is different for different plug-ins. When downloading the installer, check that the file name is correct.
4.
After this, follow the on-screen instructions to execute installation.
5.
After the installation is complete, activate your license as needed.

## Repairing or Uninstalling Plug-ins

Installed plug-ins can be repaired or uninstalled by using the steps below.
Procedure
1.
Sign in to the PC on which the plug-in is installed as a user with administrator privileges.
2.
Close any open applications related to DocuWorks, such as DocuWorks Desk or DocuWorks Viewer.
3.
From the Windows control panel, display [Programs and Features].
4.
Select the plug-in, and click [Repair] or [Uninstall].
If the [User Account Control] screen appears, click [Yes].