Title: Download Oracle APEX 19: Your Guide to Upgrading

Introduction

Oracle Application Express (APEX), the powerful low-code development platform, has seen significant enhancements in version 19. If you’re ready to take advantage of these advancements, this blog post is your go-to guide for downloading and upgrading to Oracle APEX 19.

Key Improvements in Oracle APEX 19

Before we dive into the download process, let’s highlight a few key features that make APEX 19 an attractive upgrade:

• Faceted Search: Create highly customizable search experiences for your applications.
• New Chart Types: Visualize data more effectively with fresh chart options.
• Popup LOVs (List of Values): Enhance user experience with modern popup list selection.
• REST Data Sources Enhancements: Increased flexibility when working with REST data.

Downloading Oracle APEX 19

1. Visit the Oracle APEX Downloads Page: Navigate to the official Oracle APEX downloads page: https://www.oracle.com/tools/downloads/apex-downloads/
2. Locate APEX 19.2 (or Later): The page lists available versions. Find Oracle APEX 19.2 or the most recent 19—x version if available.
3. Accept License Agreement: You must accept the Oracle license agreement before proceeding.
4. Download the Zip File: Download the appropriate zip file for your operating system.

Installation Considerations

• Prerequisites: Review the system requirements for Oracle APEX 19 to ensure your database and environment are compatible. The official documentation provides details.
• Installation vs. Upgrade: Determine if you need a fresh installation or an upgrade from an older APEX version. The installation guide will have specific instructions.

Installation/Upgrade Instructions

Oracle provides comprehensive installation and upgrade guides. You can access them here:

• Oracle APEX Installation Guides: https://docs.oracle.com/en/database/oracle/application-express/19.2/
• Oracle APEX Upgrade Guide (If applicable)

Additional Notes

• Support: Remember that Oracle APEX 19.2 is fully supported on Oracle Database 11.2.0.4 or later if you have a valid Oracle Database Technical Support contract. It can also be used with Oracle Database XE, but support is limited to the OTN forums.
• Latest Patches: Check for the latest patch set bundles for APEX 19 and apply them for optimal performance and bug fixes.

Conclusion

• Upgrading to Oracle APEX 19 unlocks powerful new features and enhancements to streamline your application development. By following these instructions and referring to the official Oracle documentation, you’ll have APEX 19 up and running quickly.