Creating a Qlik Sense Converter connection
This page describes how to configure a Qlik Sense Converter connection in the Qlik Analytics Migration Tool. This connection is used to convert QlikView applications (.qvw
) into Qlik Sense applications (.qvf
) during migration to Qlik Cloud.
Qlik Sense Converter connections support two backend environments:
- A Qlik Sense Client-Managed server
- A local Qlik Sense Desktop installation
When a Qlik Sense Client-Managed connection is created, a corresponding Qlik Sense Converter Connection is automatically generated. Manual configuration is only necessary when additional or standalone converter setups are required.
Steps to Create a Qlik Sense Converter connection
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Open the Connections tab and select the Qlik Sense Converter option.
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Click Create New.
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In the Connection Name field, provide a descriptive label to distinguish this connection (e.g.,
Converter-Desktop-QA
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In the Server URL field, specify one of the following:
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For Qlik Sense Desktop:
http://localhost:4848
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For Qlik Sense Client-Managed (via virtual proxy):
https://qliksense.domain.com/proxy-name
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If using a Qlik Sense Client-Managed environment:
- Enter the corresponding API Key / JWT in the provided field. This token should match the virtual proxy referenced in the Server URL.
- This field is optional and should be left blank when connecting to Qlik Sense Desktop.
Information noteThis connection is automatically created when configuring a Qlik Sense Client-Managed connection. Creating it manually is only needed if additional converter instances are required.
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Click Test Connection to validate the setup.
- A success message confirms that the connection is valid.
- If the test fails, verify the Server URL and, if applicable, the API Key / JWT. Refer to the error details for troubleshooting guidance.
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Click Create Connection to finalize the configuration.
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A confirmation message will appear and the new Qlik Sense Converter connection will be added to the list.