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SyncTwoFolders 1.7.6

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Thomas Robisson

SyncTwoFolders simply synchronizes two folders. It supports synchronization across mounted network drives. When files are copied, it acts like you're performing it through the Finder instead of mysteriously doing it in the background. Please visit author's website for olds versions (PPC).

What's New

Version 1.7.6:

Internal change (for next Cocoa build).
Added alt(opt)-click on choose folder button to reveal in Finder (read helptag).
LAST PPC version!

Requirements
Intel, Mac OS X 10.4 or later

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SyncTwoFolders User Discussion (Write a Review)

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softwater reviewed on 17 Feb 2012

Maybe I'm missing something, but this program is pointless unless the sync is auotmatic (like Dropbox is, for example). As far as I can tell, you have to manually open the program and sync the file for changes to register.

That's pointless. I can just use Finder to copy a folder to do that. A "syncing program" should keep the folder up-to-date automatically.

Maybe I've missed a feature...the lack of Help in the app might account for that...

[Version 1.7.6]

3 Replies

Thomas Robisson (developer) replied on 18 Feb 2012

Hi, the goal is not to do an automatic sync. If you copy an entire folder to replace a second one, you will remove all new files in this second folder. In reciprocal mode those new files will be copy from this second folder (target) to the first one (source).
If you use "Replaces" mode, then it's effectively the same as copy the entire folder, except that it's very long if you have many files. Sync2F will only copy the new files.

softwater replied on 18 Feb 2012

Thanks for the clarification Thomas. That makes some sense, but its not what I was looking for when I downloaded your program, nor was it clear from the description or (lack of... ;) ) documentation that that is the 'goal' of the program.

With a name like 'synctwofolders' I expected a program that would keep two folders in sync without further user input, just the way that my DropBox folder does. However, I'm looking for something that can keep folders auto sync-ed across physical drives without connecting to the net.

Any suggestions?

Thomas Robisson (developer) replied on 18 Feb 2012

Sorry but no. Maybe with an AppleScript or with Automator to detect when the source folder is modified and the copy the new or modified file in the Target folder.
A solution could be to use the Batch auto every 1 minute of SyncTwoFolders, but it will take many CPU and disk access.

+79

Ulyssesric reviewed on 07 Feb 2012

SyncTwoFolders calls Finder to perform the file manipulating task, thus the performance is poor when syncing over shared volume. And the UI design is quite confusion. I can find no way to change the sync method (replace source, replace destination, skip, sync-delete) for individual file. I'm not given any option but accept the "Simulation" result for each item. And sometimes it failed to copy / delete files on the shared volume, and it just stops and shows the error counts, without any detailed information.

[Version 1.7.6]

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Thomas Robisson (developer) replied on 18 Feb 2012

I thought about modify my program to allow to change the direction of the copy in the log, but it's hard to do and I'm not sure it's useful, as we select the sync mode before.
Do a simulation and check in the list only what you want to do.
When an error occur, do a Alt-clic on the two path in the log (source and target) in order to show the files in the Finder, and copy the file manually and see what happens.

+15

Enrico-Nencini reviewed on 03 Jan 2012

Been using it for a long time to sync itunes libraries between my macbook and imac. Never a single issue :)

[Version 1.7.6]

+26

OsloX reviewed on 17 Dec 2011

Easy, usefull and free. What do need more?

[Version 1.7.6]

Cedwards70 reviewed on 17 Mar 2011

Excellent, easy to use folder synchronization utility. Some sync options include: reciprocal, source completes target, source replaces target, manage date, and replace more recent.

[Version 1.7.4]

Alana reviewed on 18 Dec 2010

I've been looking for this software for a long time. It does exactly what I needed and so efficiently!!
THANKS SO MUCH!! I'm going to donate ASAP.

[Version 1.7.2]

Kong reviewed on 06 Dec 2010

Really helpful app for keeping files and folders in sync. Easy to use and very unobtrusive in my opinion. And I like it that I can choose e.g. between a simple update where previous versions are being kept or a replacement-sync that gives me just the latest version of files with no clutter in the target folder! Regularly updated by the author so give thanks if u appreciate it, too!

[Version 1.7.2]

+361

Penguirl reviewed on 31 Aug 2010

This app uses Finder to copy files so don't be surprised when you see multiple Finder "Copy" process' taking place. You need to familiarize yourself with the settings to insure that the end result is what you intended, the same as any other synch/backup application. If you are unsure read the FAQ and run a "Simulation" first. Once you do that this app does an excellent job! Be sure to download the proper version for your Mac (Intel - PowerPC) and drop by the developers site to make a donation.

[Version 1.7.0]

Popler reviewed on 11 Apr 2010

love the app, works fine.
thanks!

[Version 1.6.1]

5 Replies

B.astard.33 commented on 26 Apr 2010

Broken compatibility with Mac OS X 10.3 (since a few versions):

dyld: /Applications/SyncTwoFolders.app/Contents/MacOS/SyncTwoFolders Undefined symbols:
/Applications/SyncTwoFolders.app/Contents/MacOS/rbframework.dylib undefined reference to _CFCalendarCreateWithIdentifier expected to be defined in CoreFoundation

Too bad :(

Thomas Robisson (developer) replied on 26 Apr 2010

Ah? I didn't test it on previous version of Mac OS (I use 10.6). I have to uncheck the compatibility with 10.3 then! Did you launch any of other of my application? Reading what you posted, I suppose that's the problem come from RealBasic library.

Edit: I found the answer, effectively Mac OS X 10.4 or later. Sorry I can't do anything then.
http://www.realsoftware.com/realbasic/requirements?lang=en

B.astard.33 commented on 27 Apr 2010

OK.

Could you please provide us with a link for the last version that used to work on 10.3.9 ?

Thanking U in advance.

B. Astard

Thomas Robisson (developer) replied on 06 May 2010

I have not kept previous version of my programs. I tried to download a previous version of RealBasic to build my app with 10.3.9 compatibility but I can't. There are changes in source code which cause incompatibility. I have kept some old projects (compatible source code) but they may be a little buguy then I can't build them neither.
Sorry.

-12

Lucky Luc reviewed on 31 Mar 2010

I love it! Works nice and simple to use.

[Version 1.6.0]

Kong had trouble on 07 Dec 2010

The icon doesn't show on my Mac when the app is running in version 1.7.2, it's just an empty space in the dock etc.

iMac Intel 2.16 CoreDuo OS X 10.6.5

[Version 1.7.2]

+100

Thebluenowhere had trouble on 30 Apr 2010

This doesn't seem to work for me. It tries to sync folders/files over and over again even thought they are exactly the same (I have checked their MD5 sums to make sure) and the date and times are identical.

Maybe this has to do with the folder I am copying it to being FAT instead of the Mac filesystem which I am copying it from?

[Version 1.6.4]

1 Reply

+100

Thebluenowhere replied on 30 Apr 2010

Aha! I read the developers older comments and found that just changing the "two dates are regarded as identical if their difference in seconds is less than" setting to 1 second. This took away all the problems I was getting with files being overwritten with an identical file.

If anyone needs this setting it is in the additional settings located at the bottom left hand corner of the main window (icon is a tick).

Sartorius had trouble on 10 Feb 2010

The downloaded file is an Intel application. This is odd since the specifications list PPC/ Intel...

[Version 1.5.5]

1 Reply

-9

Rnb2 commented on 10 Feb 2010

Go to the developer's site for the PPC version - the MU link goes to the Intel version.

-1

Schmye Bubbula had trouble on 05 Apr 2009

(Can't find an email address for the developer.)

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Host Name: Schmye-Bubbulas-Computer
Date/Time: 2009-04-05 12:33:10.520 -0400
OS Version: 10.4.9 (Build 8P135)
Report Version: 4

Command: SyncTwoFolders
Path: ~/Desktop/SyncTwoFolders.app/Contents/MacOS/SyncTwoFolders
Parent: WindowServer [67]

Version: v.1.3.5 (1.3.5)

PID: 14230
Thread: Unknown

Link (dyld) error:

Library not loaded: @executable_path/rbframework.dylib
Referenced from: ~/Desktop/SyncTwoFolders.app/Contents/MacOS/SyncTwoFolders
Reason: image not found

[Version 1.3.5]

3 Replies

+48

Tom.25 (developer) replied on 07 Apr 2009

My email is on my web site, click the Home to go on the main page and then click the bird.

For your problem, maybe you downloaded SyncTwoFolders while I was uploading the newest version. Please try to download it again.

-1

Schmye Bubbula commented on 07 Apr 2009

Downloaded again just now directly from the developer's website. Crashed with the same SyncTwoFolders.crash.log error.

+48

Tom.25 (developer) replied on 10 Apr 2009

I can't write my email here because I receive enough spam like that, but feel free to write me using my website as describe in previous review.
I didn't received any other remarques like yours, I don't know what's your problem is. The last version of SyncTwoFolders (v.1.3.5) works weel with my 2 Mac INTEL. I didn't test the PPC version on my old eMac G4 and PowerBook G3. I will do it tomorrow.

-1

JoseLu had trouble on 04 Jan 2009

where's the ppc version??

[Version 1.3.1]

5 Replies

+334

MacUpdate Lon commented on 04 Jan 2009

In the 'Related Links' section.

JoseLu commented on 04 Jan 2009

i know the ppc link is there, but it's the old version, still at 1.3.0.

+334

MacUpdate Lon commented on 04 Jan 2009

Then you should contact the developer. This is not the developer site, we have no way of knowing what the developer has done in this instance.

+48

Tom.25 (developer) replied on 04 Jan 2009

Sorry, effectively, as I moved the PPC version on my second website I forgot it. It's ok now.
Note for those who downloaded the INTEL version before this review that I re-uploaded the INTEL version too (I did a very minor change without change version number).

And happy new year ! :-)

+334

MacUpdate Lon replied on 04 Jan 2009

Tom.25, thanks for clearing that up.

farmlad had trouble on 14 Nov 2007

This application has great potential but unfortunately it hangs every time after it synchronises and I have to force quit to exit. This also means my settings don't save.

[Version 1.1.6]

1 Reply

+48

Tom.25 (developer) replied on 15 Nov 2007

Hi, :-/ I've never hear about this problem ?! Does the wheel on the upper right corner continuously turn ? Are you sure the synchronization is finished ? The log should appear (if not already displayed) when finished, and a little song is played.
Don't hesitate to send me email.

borderlandcross had trouble on 19 Feb 2007

I am using this program SyncTwoFolders 1.1.4 on a PowerBook G4 10.4.8.

Looks like a good program, but after I set it up and it begins to Syncronize for the second time, Finder Windows begin popping up all over the screen the entire time it is running. Even when the program is in the background or hidden the screen is constantly flashing Finder Windows. It appears that the program is opening and closing every Finder Window it is looking in to Syncronize.

Would love to see this fixed.

[Version 1.1.4]

1 Reply

+48

Tom.25 (developer) replied on 15 Nov 2007

Hi, did you uncheck Synchronize Icons ?

Hanfretsen rated on 03 Jan 2012

[Version 1.7.6]

Vins80 rated on 16 Dec 2011

[Version 1.7.6]

Aaas12 rated on 31 Mar 2011

[Version 1.7.4]

Trzebinik rated on 08 Feb 2011

[Version 1.7.4]

Nadocrew rated on 29 Jan 2011

[Version 1.7.4]

Vagas rated on 19 Jan 2011

[Version 1.7.3]

Downloads:108,057

Version Downloads:10,134

Type:Utilities : File Management

License:Free

Date:03 Jan 2012

Platform:Intel

Price:Free

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