Windows 10: How do I mirror a folder to another folder in this specific way?

Discus and support How do I mirror a folder to another folder in this specific way? in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; For example, I have two folders: A and B. I want all contents of folder A mirrored to folder B. I want it in such a way that all changes to folder B... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/EngineerAlba, Oct 3, 2020.

  1. How do I mirror a folder to another folder in this specific way?


    For example, I have two folders: A and B. I want all contents of folder A mirrored to folder B. I want it in such a way that all changes to folder B ignored, and only changes to folder A are respected.

    For example (again), if I copy any folder/file to inside of folder A, those will be mirrored to folder B. But if I copy any file/folder to inside folder B, those files/folders would be deleted.

    For example (again), I have a file inside folder A named image.jpeg. When I open that photo from folder A and edit it in Photoshop, that edited photo will be mirrored to folder B. But when I open image.jpeg in folder B and edit it in Photoshop, all changes would be ignored because the copy of image.jpeg in folder A, whether older or newer, will always be prioritized.

    If I would do it manually, I will copy all contents of folder A to folder B. But on the second time I'll do this, I would delete all contents of folder B, and then copy all contents of folder A to folder B so that all changes that might have been made to folder B is ignored.

    Any program that might automate this process?

    TL;DR

    folder A mirror to folder B

    Any change in folder A, mirror to folder B

    Any change in folder B, ignore

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    /u/EngineerAlba, Oct 3, 2020
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    Thanks for the suggestion but it says "delete folder failed for E:\....." for each folder I try.

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    oli_ramsay, Oct 3, 2020
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  3. WojtasRed Win User
    Hidden folders

    I installed `Kane and Lynch` on my PC twice in Program Files(x86) folder but I can`t find them (2 folders with game). But free space on my HDD is lower. So there`re those folders on my hdd. I use option `unhide` hidden folders but still can`t find them. Any suggestions? How can i delete those hidden folders?

    When I run istallation for this game I can see those folders in Program Files(x86) folde.

    I`m using Win 7 Ultimate 64 bit.
     
    WojtasRed, Oct 3, 2020
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  4. Frogger Win User

    How do I mirror a folder to another folder in this specific way?

    ?? How do I PW protect Folders in windows

    hmmm?
    Sharing files and folders overview You can share the files and folders stored on your computer, on a network, and on the Web. The method you choose depends on whom you want to share files with, and what computer they will use to access the files.

    When you share files or folders, they are not as protected as they are when you do not share them. People with access to your computer or your network might be able to read, copy, or change files that are in a shared folder. You should always be aware that the files and folders that you share are available to other people and be sure to monitor your shared files and folders on a regular basis.

    Important

    If your computer is not joined to a domain, you can use the Network Setup Wizard to automatically turn file and printer sharing on or off. To start the Network Setup Wizard, click Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet Connections, and then click Network Setup Wizard.
    If you both use the same computer

    You can put the files you want to share in the Shared Documents folder. Files stored in the Shared Documents folder or its subfolders are always available to other users on your computer.

    Step-by-step procedure
    Note

    If you are connected to a network domain, the Shared Documents, Shared Pictures, and Shared Music folders are not available.
    If both computers are on the same network

    You can share a folder or drive on your computer with others on the network. You can also control whether the files in the shared folder can be modified by other users.

    If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    Note

    If you are connected to a network domain, you will need to set the Access control for the folder or drive after sharing it. For more information, go to To set, view, change, or remove file and folder permissions.
    If you want to share your files online

    You can publish pictures and documents on the Web using the Web Publishing Wizard. The files will be stored in a private, online folder that you manage.

    Step-by-step procedure

    If you don't want others to access your files

    You can prevent other users from accessing your folders and the files they contain. When your computer is connected to a domain, this is called setting permissions for your file or folder. When your computer is connected to a workgroup, this is called making your folders private.

    If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure

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    Frogger, Oct 3, 2020
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