Sync Files or Folders to your Mac

Create and Manage Sync Tasks in FileBrowser Pro for Mac

This guide explains how to create and manage sync tasks in FileBrowser Pro for Mac, allowing you to sync files and folders from network or cloud locations, schedule sync frequency, and control file settings.

Create Sync Task

  • Right click the folder you want to sync.
  • Select "Create Sync Task"
  • Here you can change the preferences of your Sync Task.
  • When ready, click the blue tick and that's it.

If you want to change your settings see below.

Settings

Exclude List

Enter a comma separated list of files or folders to exclude. A * character can be used to match a part of a name.

For example:

  • data.* excludes data.txt and data.jpg
  • data* excludes files and folders starting with 'data'.

Sync Frequency

Set the frequency to re-run this task.

File Types

Enter a comma separated list of file extensions for file types to include.

For example: 'jpg,jpeg,png'

FileBrowser Pro for Mac sync task setup dialog showing selection of source and destination locations, schedule options, and sync type

View your Synced Folders and Check your Sync has Run

Click on your Sync location to view your files. Check on your Sync Tasks by:

  • Click the "Sync Tasks" Location on FileBrowser Pro for Mac's home screen.
  • Then Select the "Sync" heading and your Sync Task will be listed with a status.
  • You can run this Sync again manually by clicking the refresh icon.
  • View sync details by right clicking a Sync task and selecting "View Log".

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FileBrowser Pro for Mac showing the Sync Tasks overview with a list of existing sync tasks, their source and destination, and status indicators