Backups & restore points · When backups run

What's the difference between "As things change", "On a schedule" and "Only when I ask"?

Short answer: As things change backs up shortly after each edit (the default); On a schedule runs at times you pick; Only when I ask waits for Back up now. Change it with Change… on the set's card.

They decide what starts a backup for that set:

  • As things change — the default. Backs up shortly after you change something. Best for documents and work in progress.
  • On a schedule — backs up at the times you choose. Good for large, rarely changed folders, or for anyone who wants backups to happen overnight.
  • Only when I ask — nothing happens until you press Back up now. Useful for an archive you update once in a while.

Change the mode with Change… on the set's card. Whatever the mode, Back up now always works.

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