How to Downgrade Laravel Version from 8.x to 7.x with Ease

Описание: Learn how to smoothly transition from Laravel 8.x to 7.x using Laragon. Follow our step-by-step guide for a hassle-free downgrade.
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How to Downgrade Laravel Version from 8.x to 7.x with Ease

As a developer picking up Laravel through online guides, you might find that the version on your setup doesn't align with what the instructions are covering. This is a common scenario, especially if you're using a tool like Laragon which tends to install the latest version by default. If you find yourself in this situation, you may be wondering: how can you downgrade Laravel from version 8.x to 7.x on your Laragon setup?

In this guide, we will break down the steps necessary to downgrade your Laravel version, ensuring you're well-equipped to follow the guide you're engaging with. Let’s get started!

Understanding the Problem

In many cases, as is yours, when developers set up Laravel via a package manager or local development tools like Laragon or Homestead, the latest version of Laravel is installed automatically. While having the latest version can be advantageous, sometimes it becomes imperative to work with a specific version due to project requirements or learning purposes.

Solution: Downgrading Laravel on Laragon

If you need to downgrade your Laravel version, here's a straightforward solution that works with Laragon:

Step 1: Locate Your Configuration File

First, you'll need to access a specific file within your Laragon installation that governs how new Laravel projects are created:

Open your Laragon directory (often found in C:\laragon or your chosen installation path).

Navigate to the usr folder and locate the sites.conf file. The full path usually looks like this:

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Step 2: Edit the Configuration for Laravel Projects

Once you've located the sites.conf file, you'll want to make adjustments so that Laragon knows to create Laravel projects with version 7.x instead of version 8.x.

Open sites.conf with a text editor.

Look for the line that defines how Laravel projects are created. It typically reads as follows:

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You need to change this line to specify version 7.x. Update it to:

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Here, replace projectName with whatever you wish to name your new project.

Step 3: Create a New Laravel Project

Now that you've made changes to the sites.conf, it’s time to create a new Laravel project that will automatically utilize version 7.x.

Relaunch Laragon.

Navigate to the Laragon dashboard where you can create a new project.

Select the Laravel project option, and when prompted, enter the desired project name. Laragon will now use the configured command that installs Laravel 7.x.

Conclusion

By following these simple steps, you've successfully downgraded your Laravel installation from version 8.x to 7.x using Laragon. This ensures that you can continue working with the version aligned with your guide guidelines. If you encounter any issues or have further questions, don't hesitate to reach out to the Laravel community or refer to the extensive documentation available online. Happy coding!