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Automate backup of files from a directory to a backup folder

Miracle — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 20:57:49 GMT

Hi there.

May I know if anyone is able to share the code/macro that has been written before by someone to automate the backup of files(SAS programs, datasets, log files, output files)?

As such that it will create a new folder with the date of the backup being done and move all the files from directory A into it?

Thank you in advance.

Re: Automate backup of files from a directory to a backup folder

SASKiwi — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 21:39:32 GMT

You would be better off using a tool designed specifically for backups. If you are talking about SAS server folders then these are probably backed up automatically anyway. If you are talking about a PC then ask about the tools your company uses with your IT folks.

For PCs, Windows Explorer is an easy way to create backups of local drives.

Re: Automate backup of files from a directory to a backup folder

Miracle — Sat, 01 Dec 2018 10:01:15 GMT

Hi @SASKiwi, thank you for your reply.

And my apologies for not making it clear in the first place.

Yes, it is the latter the PC.
May I know if there is any step-by-step instruction using Windows Explorer online?

Thank you in advance.

Re: Automate backup of files from a directory to a backup folder

SASKiwi — Sun, 02 Dec 2018 02:34:00 GMT

Windows Explorer could hardly be any easier. Right-click on a source folder and select Copy. Right- click on a target folder or drive, select Paste. If you need more help just Google: Windows Explorer copy folder.

Re: Automate backup of files from a directory to a backup folder

Miracle — Sun, 02 Dec 2018 14:36:17 GMT

@SASKiwi I see! My brain must be dead at the time. Thanks

Re: Automate backup of files from a directory to a backup folder

SASKiwi — Sun, 02 Dec 2018 18:54:49 GMT

@Miracle - No problem, always happy to help!