When checked in a saved document, the synchronisation will automatically start when the document is double-clicked. If you have a regular backup, you can set the required source, destination, exclusions etc. and save the document with this item checked. In future, when the document is opened, the synchronisation will begin without you having to press the “Backup” button. Opening the document from within SwitchBack using the “Open…” item in the File menu will not cause the synchronisation to start. Also if the option key is down when a document is double-clicked, the synchronisation will not automatically start.
Generate Report
With this item checked, a backup will produce a report detailing all the files to be updated. Usually you would scan this report to ensure that the synchronisation would proceed as you expect. You may then either cancel the synchronisation or continue. Clicking the “Cancel” button stops the synchronisation process and returns you to the main SwitchBack window. Clicking the “Backup” button allows the synchronisation to proceed.
Resolve Aliases
With this option checked that target that the alias refers to will be copied instead of the alias file itself. If the target of the alias resides on an unmounted volume, that volume will automatically be mounted. This may require you to insert a floppy disk, or enter a username and password for a shared volume. This option enables quick and efficient backing up of files over a network.
Projector Aware
This item applies to users of the Macintosh Programmer’s Workshop (MPW). Any MPW files that are checked out as read-only will not be overwritten. Modifiable read-only files may be overwritten.
Copy Folder Attributes
The Finder information about each folder is not normally retained. With this item checked, the folder size, view, window position etc. will remain the same in both the source and destination folders.
