{"id":8222,"date":"2025-02-25T21:00:10","date_gmt":"2025-02-25T15:30:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/blog\/?p=8222"},"modified":"2025-05-17T14:08:47","modified_gmt":"2025-05-17T08:38:47","slug":"schedule-file-copy-for-automatic-backups-using-xcopy-alternative-replacement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/blog\/index.php\/schedule-file-copy-for-automatic-backups-using-xcopy-alternative-replacement\/","title":{"rendered":"Schedule file copy for automatic backups using Xcopy alternative replacement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Welcome back! In this post we shall learn how to automatically schedule file backups into a new dated folder each time. We have two tools that support this feature here i.e Copywhiz and Xcopy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have a step-by-step guide on how to achieve this. First we will take a look on how to use Copywhiz. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Copywhiz?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/Copywhiz\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/Copywhiz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Copywhiz<\/a> enhances your file-copy experience by letting you to have more flexibility &amp; control over the file copying and backup process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/Copywhiz\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/Copywhiz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Copywhiz<\/a> makes file copying a breeze: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Copy only new or modified files<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easily pick files by name, extension, folder etc from bunch of folders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automatically organize files based on file attributes and metadata<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy files to multiple folders\/computers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy files from multiple folders and paste them at once<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sync files between source and destination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick files from multiple folders and compress in single .zip file<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Schedule file backups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verify copied files for data integrity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Retain security attributes of files &amp; folders (ownership\/user access)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/Copywhiz\/Features\" target=\"_blank\">Several more hidden nuggets<\/a>&nbsp;designed to make your file-copy task easier.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a short video that shows how to achieve the above mentioned feature:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Windows- Schedule file copy for automatic backups using Copywhiz file copy software\" width=\"660\" height=\"495\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/feDBf5nwxIE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Video Transcription:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In this video, we will take automatic file back ups at specific time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the folder, right-click and add it to Copywhiz.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to the destination folder, right-click and choose Copywhiz Paste Advanced.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We will add %date% in the destination folder address, to automatically create a new destination folder each time based on the current date, then we will paste now.<br><br><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/blog\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Schedule.png\" class=\"img-border\" alt=\"\" style=\"width: 524px;\"><br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To schedule automatic backups of these files, let\u2019s first save them as a Copywhiz project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To save a copywhiz project, click on the \u2018File\u2019 tab and select the \u2018Save as\u2019 option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Name the project and save it.<br><br><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/blog\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Schedule1.png\" class=\"img-border\" alt=\"\" style=\"width: 524px;\"><br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the option \u201cPaste Later\u201d to schedule this project.<br><br><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/blog\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Schedule2.png\" class=\"img-border\" alt=\"\" style=\"width: 524px;\"><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Copywhiz will now automatically take backups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Features of Copywhiz:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>User-Friendly Interface:<\/strong>&nbsp;Offers a graphical interface that\u2019s easy to navigate, even for beginners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Selective File Copying:<\/strong>&nbsp;Allows you to pick specific files or folders based on name, type, or date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advanced Scheduling:<\/strong>&nbsp;Schedule backups without needing additional tools like Task Scheduler.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Error Handling:<\/strong>&nbsp;Provides better error management with detailed logs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Integration:<\/strong>&nbsp;Works seamlessly with Windows Explorer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Paid Software:<\/strong>&nbsp;Offers a free trial but requires a purchase for full functionality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step-by-Step Guide to Using Xcopy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 1: Create an Xcopy Backup Command<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>Open <strong>Command Prompt<\/strong> (<code>Win + R<\/code>, type <code>cmd<\/code>, and press Enter).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Type the following command:<code>xcopy \"C:\\Source\" \"D:\\Backup\" \/E \/D \/C \/H \/R \/Y<\/code>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><code>\/E<\/code> &#8211; Copies all directories and subdirectories.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><code>\/D<\/code> &#8211; Copies only files that have changed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><code>\/C<\/code> &#8211; Continues copying even if errors occur.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><code>\/H<\/code> &#8211; Copies hidden and system files.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><code>\/R<\/code> &#8211; Overwrites read-only files.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><code>\/Y<\/code> &#8211; Suppresses confirmation prompts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Press <strong>Enter<\/strong> to execute the command manually.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 2: Automate with Windows Task Scheduler<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>Open <strong>Task Scheduler<\/strong> (Press <code>Win + R<\/code>, type <code>taskschd.msc<\/code>, and hit Enter).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Create Basic Task<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Name the task (e.g., &#8220;Xcopy Backup&#8221;).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set the <strong>Trigger<\/strong> (Daily, Weekly, or at System Startup).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose <strong>Start a Program<\/strong> as the action.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In <strong>Program\/Script<\/strong>, enter <code>cmd.exe<\/code>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In <strong>Add Arguments<\/strong>, enter:<code>\/c xcopy \"C:\\Source\" \"D:\\Backup\" \/E \/D \/C \/H \/R \/Y<\/code><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Finish<\/strong> to save the task.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Your backup will now run automatically based on the schedule you set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Copywhiz shines in simplicity and user experience. Evaluate your needs and technical comfort level to decide which one suits you best. Regardless of your choice, regular backups will keep your data safe and give you peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/Copywhiz\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more about<\/a>&nbsp;Copywhiz. Download the free trial&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/Copywhiz\/Download\">from here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For short tutorial videos,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/Copywhiz\/Videos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check out this page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Subscribe to our&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCULI5s6KJn-0iDIeqJRUWQA\/featured?view_as=subscriber\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube channel<\/a>&nbsp;for interesting videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conceptworld.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">other cool products<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a good day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks for reading :)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome back! In this post we shall learn how to automatically schedule file backups into a new dated folder each time. 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