crossgrade

verb, noun — 4 senses

crossgrade

verb

Etymology Blend of cross- + upgrade.

1

Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences To upgrade (a software application) so that it is able to run on a different platform.

  • Also if you are “crossgrading” from another platform such as Apple Logic, Mark of the Unicorn (MOTU) Digital Performer, or Steinberg Cubase, you may be looking for features or trying to use keyboard commands that you are used to and wondering where these are in Pro Tools.2009, Mike Collins, Pro Tools 8, Taylor & Francis, →ISBN, page 7:
2

Business To switch from an existing subscription to one at the same price or service level.

crossgrade

noun

Etymology Blend of cross- + upgrade.

1

Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences An upgrade of a software application that enables it to run on a different platform.

  • If you install the upgrade or cross-grade first and then perform your migration, you may accidentally wind up with corrupted application settings.2009, Elna Tymes, Charles Prael, Switching to Microsoft Windows 7, Que Publishing, →ISBN:
2

Business A switch from an existing subscription to one at the same price or service level.

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