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jaroslawistok
Helpful | Level 6
3 years ago
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Not possible to choose specific folder from external Hard drive, in order to sync.

I try to choose for backup 2 subfolder from extern folder but always are 2 folders checked to begin with. I try and try with same result.
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  • Walter's avatar
    Walter
    3 years ago

    No worries jaroslawistok  - we're glad to hear it's sorted now.

     

    See you around the Community and take care! 

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jaroslawistok
Helpful | Level 6
3 years ago

on app prefs

i decheck and from checked 2 subfolders.

trying to see again its again checked 2 main folders 😞

 

I moved this unwanted to check folder alswhere and it worked.

But my byckup doesn't start anyway.

I see see only one empty folder

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Jay
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3 years ago

Hi jaroslawistok, could you attach a screenshot showing what you're describing, and also what you see on the backup page?

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      Jay
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      3 years ago

      For you own security and privacy, could you attach the images directly on the forum, not via a shared link, and hide any sensitive information as well.

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