When you finally get everything in FolderMill configured just right, it's a good idea to save it at this checkpoint. This article explains how to back up your settings and configuration for future use.
Backing up your settings is not a must, but we recommend that you do it from time to time.
Why we suggest doing this
There are several reasons. You may want to:
- Re-install FolderMill or migrate to another PC
- Share your settings with someone else
- Restore configuration after some changes in your system
- Test new settings and keep previous settings safe
- Upgrade FolderMill to a newer version (previous settings are kept automatically so it is not necessary; still, odd things might happen)
- Just to be on the safe side (any other reason)
How to save all Hot Folder configuration data & general settings
- Open FolderMill Control Panel;
- Click the Export button on the top panel;
- Ensure that All settings in a single file (*.zip) option is selected;
- Choose the output location and click Save.
Now you have all your Hot Folders' settings and their Actions (rules) saved in a single ZIP file. You'll be able to load them later using the Import button.
How to save settings of a certain Hot Folder
- Open FolderMill Control Panel;
- Select a Hot Folder and click Export;
- Ensure that Rule file (*.rule) option is selected;
- Choose the output location and click Save.
Now you have a .rule file with saved settings of a specific Hot Folder.
How to load configuration data & general settings from backup
To load your saved settings, use the Import button. There are two options:
- import a ZIP archive to overwrite all current configuration from backup
- import a RULE (or FMRULE) file to add a certain Hot Folder with parameters
- In FolderMill Control Panel, click Import;
- Select previously saved .rule, .fmrule, or .zip file and click Open;
- Confirm replacing data.
