Dear All,
I have read the documentation but find it confusing.
I am currently using the MIRROR setting to back up files from my hard drive (files I work on) to an external drive (backup-only files).
Batch file
I am not using a batch file, but have a bunch of folders in the left pane to back up. Should I use a batch file? Do I just save what I have as a batch file and use the settings?
Recycle bin question
If I move a folder with a lot of files, the files end up in the recycle bin. I then have to manually delete them.
Is there a way to 1) bypass the recycle bin or 2) set it to automatically empty the recycle bin?
Schedule question
I would like to manually initiate the backup, and then have it 1) run and mirror the backup automatically, 2) close the FreeFileSync application after the mirror is finished, and 3) shut down Windows.
Is that possible?
Thank you!
Mirror, batch file, recycle bin, schedule
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1) You will have to use a batch file (.ffs_batch) If you want to accomplish number 3, automation. The difference in ffs_gui and ffs_batch is the first will open the FF program when ran and the second won't. So yes, save you setup as a ffs_batch configuration.
2) Recycle Bin automatically empties content 30 days old or when it's full. If that is not sufficient, you can set your FFS config to delete permanently rather than to the Recycle Bin in the synchronization settings
3) Write a batch script that when ran: Runs the ffs_batch config, then shuts down the computer (Shutdown -s -t 0)
https://freefilesync.org/manual.php?topic=command-line
2) Recycle Bin automatically empties content 30 days old or when it's full. If that is not sufficient, you can set your FFS config to delete permanently rather than to the Recycle Bin in the synchronization settings
3) Write a batch script that when ran: Runs the ffs_batch config, then shuts down the computer (Shutdown -s -t 0)
https://freefilesync.org/manual.php?topic=command-line
