Public bug reported:
Back in time backs up hidden files (such as .bashrc) by selection of the
parent directory. However the snapshot view does not show the hidden
files, so one cannot cherry pick individual files - the whole directory
must be restored or nothing. A keyboard shortcut such as Ctrl+H or menu
item, as used by Nautilus seems suitable.
Rationale: It is useful to be able to take a complete backup of one's
home directory, perform a clean install of the OS, and then selectively
restore settings files such as .gnupg/*, and .ssh/* whilst leaving
Gnome/KDE settings at their defaults. This allows one to test new
features in a clean environment, but to keep other settings.
** Affects: backintime
Importance: Undecided
Status: New
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[enhancement] Display hidden/dot files in snapshot view
https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/528494
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Status in Back In Time: New
Bug description:
Back in time backs up hidden files (such as .bashrc) by selection of the parent
directory. However the snapshot view does not show the hidden files, so one
cannot cherry pick individual files - the whole directory must be restored or
nothing. A keyboard shortcut such as Ctrl+H or menu item, as used by Nautilus
seems suitable.
Rationale: It is useful to be able to take a complete backup of one's home
directory, perform a clean install of the OS, and then selectively restore
settings files such as .gnupg/*, and .ssh/* whilst leaving Gnome/KDE settings
at their defaults. This allows one to test new features in a clean environment,
but to keep other settings.
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