Backing up your settings is not a must, but strongly recommended.
Why we suggest doing this
Several reasons:
- You may need to re-install FolderMill or run it on another PC
- You may want to share your settings with someone else
- You may have changes in your system which affect current settings
- You may want to test new settings and keep previous settings safe
- You'll be on the safe side when upgrading FolderMill to a newer version
- Backing up from time to time is generally good practice
How to save all Hot Folder configuration data & general settings
- Open FolderMill Control Panel;
- Go to Hot Folders;
- Select any created Hot Folder and click Export;
Save all data in a single file:
- Click Save.
Everything is now kept safe. Now you have all your Hot Folders' settings and their Actions (rules) 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;
- Go to Hot Folders;
- Select a Hot Folder you need and click Export;
Save current Hot Folder settings:
- Click Save.
Now you have a .fmrule file with saved settings of a 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 an FMRULE file to add a certain Hot Folder with parameters
- In Hot Folders, Click Import;
Select All data in a single file (*.zip). This will overwrite current settings and load previously saved FolderMill data including general settings and Hot Folder settings. To load a certain Hot Folder and its parameters only (without replacing current configuration), select Rule file (*.fmrule;*.ini);
- Locate your previously saved backup file;
- Click Open;
- Confirm replacing all FolderMill data.
