Auto backup Windows 8. If I use the auto backup feature, can I actually see actual folders and files on the backup? Or does the backup condense into one folder and not visible as individual files.

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ts479 · Accepted Answer

IF Windows backup on 8.1 is anything like it is on 2012 R2 (which I suspect it is exactly the same) then yes, you can view your files. HOWEVER! --- you will find that your backups are stored on vhd files that you have to 'mount' in order to review the contents. Mounting the disk should always be done from windows backup whenever possible but should be able to be run from Windows if you attach from the Disk Managment console.

Answered by ts479 10 years ago

Iglooski418 · Answer

I use a third party automatic backup. (SyncBackFree) The files are acceptable on the drive just as any on your internal hard drive.

Infiniti · Answer

Are you creating system backup? In that case yes you cannot see individual files..

Dmca · Answer

One file marked BACKUP

Gloryah · Answer

Yes, You can see your files on the backup!

amylovesbestbuy · Answer

I was afraid of not seeing my files so it took awhile for me to find them, but just click on the backup name and they will then appear to your right. I did not do the auto. I pulled files in fear I couldn't find them.

Answered by amylovesbestbuy 10 years ago

“Auto backup Windows 8. If I use the auto backup feature, can I actually see actual folders and files on the backup? Or does the backup condense into one folder and not visible as individual files.”

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