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Using backupList+

backupList+ is very simple and intuitive to use.

 

 

To create a basic backup session;

  1. Create a new set in the Backup set column or use the Default set provided.
  2. Add source files to the list window with add (+) or just drag and drop files/folders into the list window.
  3. Drag your destination folder or disk into the Destination text field, or press "Browse" button.
  4. Press "Backup"
  5. backupList+ will create a new folder on the destination called "mybackup" which will be the destination for your backed up files. You can change the backup folder and add many other options in the settings panel.


Press the "gear" icon to access the settings panel where you can fine tune your backup


Important!

backupList+ will need your password to copy any system files or files with permissions other than your own.

You can enter your password in the Preferences window. Access the Preferences window through the main menu bar backupList+ menu > Preferences...

backupList+ often needs an administrator password to back up System files or other files which you don't have permission to copy. The System will prompt you for the password and backupList+ can then run a special helper tool as root which in turn runs rsync with root permissions. You could, for example, backup your entire home folder without needing administrator privileges. If you wish to make a Clone of your System however, you will need an administrator password to copy the System files correctly and to be able to restore your computer from that clone later.

 

 

See also

Other user preferences

Creating backup sets