It is necessary to sync files in daily life to avoid unexpected data loss.

Among substantial sync software, which one do you prefer?

This post onMiniTool Websitewill introduce how to sync your files with the free sync file tool, MiniTool ShadowMaker.

edit task name in Sync

How to Sync Files

Step 1.

LaunchMiniTool Shadow Maker Trialand clickKeep Trialto enjoy its service for free.

Enter the main interface and go toSync.

choose the file you want

In this page, the default name for the sync task isFileSyncTask.

InSOURCE, you are allowed to choose the desired files from theUser,ComputerandLibraries.

As you could see, MiniTool ShadowMaker has created a default folder for you to store the synchronized files.

return to the Sync page

It doesnt matter if you want to choose the target location on your own.

InDESTINATION, you are allowed to sync your files to the following places:

1.

Computer

In this tab, you could see all drives that Windows can detect.

the User tab

Libraries

ClickLibrariesand you might see all the files/folders underC:\User\Public.

Choose one folder as the destination path.

Shared

In addition, syncing folders/files to a shared folder is also permitted.

2. Computer In this tab, you can see all drives that Windows can detect. You can choose a partition on your internal drive, external drive or a removable USB flash drive to save the synchronized files.

Preparations: Create a Shared Folder

(1).

Create a folder calledLLLand create a sub-folder namedDDDon the target computer (under the same LAN).

Right-hit theLLLfolder and go toProperties>Sharing>Share.

the libraries tab

Choose the people to share with and hitAdd.

Next, setPermission levelasRead/Writeand pressShare.

After all the preparation is done, return to MiniTool ShadowMaker.

note down the network path

There are two ways available for you:

A.

Use an IP

(1).

PressShared> hitAdd(in the lower right corner) > key in the IP, username and password.

type the IP

Open theLLLfolder, choose its sub-folder as the destination path and hitOK.

Use the folder path

(1).

key in the path of the shared folder that you noted down just now, username and password.

choose the destination path

initiate the main folder, go for the subfolder as the storage place and hitOK.

PressLocateto go to the destination folder.

type the path of the shared folder

choose a destination folder

either hit Sync Now or hit Sync Later to start or delay the task

Locate to go to the destination folder