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Dan Smith, 03/07/2023 12:04 AM

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# How to load test modules
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If a chirp developer tells you to load a module to test, follow these instructions.
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1. Launch CHIRP. Make sure you are running the latest CHIRP-next build. If not, upgrade and start over.
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2. Click **Help** in the menu bar and select **Load module from issue**
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3. Key in the Issue number which has the test module attached and click the **[OK]** button
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4. Select the driver module listed and click the **[OK]** button. If there are multiple modules attached, select the one the developer wants you to test, usually the latest/last one.
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Your CHIRP is now running with the test driver module loaded.
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5. Test and report back your results. Be sure to **include a debug log** per the [[How_To_Report_Issues|instructions here]].
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**Note:** An externally loaded driver module like this does not permanently change your CHIRP installation in any way. Once you close CHIRP you will have to re-load the driver module in order to have the added fixes or features again.