These options allow you to change the settings the program uses when synchronizing folders.

 

Synchronization Method

 

This list contains methods you can choose from to instruct the program how you want to synchronize the two folders. Each method defines actions that the program should take on the items in the folders.

As you select the synchronization methods from the drop-down list, an explanation of the method appears beneath the selected option. You may select from one of twelve predefined methods or you can create your own custom synchronization method.

 

How to define a custom synchronization method?

1.Select the "Custom" option from the list.  

 

 

2.Click on the Custom synchronization definition link to bring up a window where you can define the behaviors you want.

 

 

 

See the Synchronization Methods topic for more details.

 

Synchronize selected items only

If you want to synchronize only the selected items in the Comparison Results Pane, check this box.

 

Use Recycle Bin for deletions, if available

If you want items moved the to Recycle Bin rather than permanently deleted, check this box.  (Note that this option only applies when Windows allows moving of items

 

See Also:

Synchronization Methods