How do I copy across existing settings from one version of 10.10 to another?

[RoyHobbs]

Hi
Due to a problem I had with a 10.10 upgrade (http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1642944) and the need to access data on the pc I upgraded, I downloaded the live CD and installed on the same pc. Now I have two versions of 10.10 on the same pc but in different partitions. Is there any way I can copy my settings from the partition that is not working (the upgraded one) to the one that is working? Thanks

[gordintoronto]

Many, but not all, settings are contained in hidden folders in your home folder. For example, there's a folder called .evolution which contains settings for Evolution.

Many other settings are contained here and there in the root folder.