Copy Files to every sub-folder inside a folder in Windows using PowerShell alternative replacement tool

Organizing and managing files is an everyday task for professionals and casual users alike. Sometimes, you may need to copy a specific set of files to every sub-folder within a directory. This task, while seemingly simple, can be tedious if done manually. In this guide, we’ll explore the following methods using Copywhiz and PowerShell and explain why Copywhiz might be a better choice for this operation.

What is Copywhiz?

Copywhiz enhances your file-copy experience by letting you to have more flexibility & control over the file copying and backup process.

Here is how Copywhiz makes file copying a breeze:

  • Copy only new or modified files
  • Easily pick files by name, extension, folder etc from bunch of folders
  • Automatically organize files based on file attributes and metadata
  • Copy files to multiple folders/computers
  • Copy files from multiple folders and paste them at once
  • Sync files between source and destination
  • Pick files from multiple folders and compress in single .zip file
  • Schedule file backups
  • Verify copied files for data integrity
  • Retain security attributes of files & folders (ownership/user access)
  • Several more hidden nuggets designed to make your file-copy task easier.

Here’s a short video on this feature:

1. After you select your files in Copywhiz, go to the destination folder and Choose ‘Copywhiz -> Paste Advanced’.

2. The Copywhiz main window will open. Choose the Advanced Settings Tab from there.

3. Go to the Destination Tab and choose the ‘Paste a copy to every sub-folder under the destination tab ’ option. Here you can choose to paste under all sub-folders, or just first-level sub-folders, in the folder structure.

4. Click on OK and then the ‘Paste Now’ option.

Method 2: Using PowerShell

PowerShell is a powerful scripting tool built into Windows that allows you to automate various tasks. Here’s how you can use it to copy files to every sub-folder:

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Open PowerShell:
    • Press Win + S and type “PowerShell” in the search bar.
    • Right-click on “Windows PowerShell” and select “Run as administrator.”
  2. Prepare the Source and Destination:
    • Identify the folder containing the files you want to copy (source folder).
    • Identify the parent folder containing the sub-folders (destination folder).
  3. Run the Command: Use the following PowerShell command: $source = "C:\Path\To\Source\Files" $destination = "C:\Path\To\Destination\ParentFolder" Get-ChildItem -Path $destination -Directory | ForEach-Object { Copy-Item -Path $source\* -Destination $_.FullName -Recurse }
    • Replace C:\Path\To\Source\Files with the path to your source folder.
    • Replace C:\Path\To\Destination\ParentFolder with the path to your destination parent folder.
  4. Verify the Operation: Check each sub-folder under the destination parent folder to confirm the files have been copied.

Advantages of Copywhiz:

  • User-Friendly Interface: No scripting knowledge required.
  • Advanced Options: Filter files by type, skip duplicates, and customize behavior.
  • Error Handling: Provides detailed logs and recovery options.
  • Time-Saving: Significantly faster for large-scale operations.

Why Choose Copywhiz?

Copywhiz offers a seamless experience with its user-friendly interface and advanced options. It eliminates the need to write and debug scripts, making it ideal for both beginners and professionals. Additionally, Copywhiz’s advanced filters and error-handling capabilities save time and effort, especially when dealing with large volumes of files.

If you’re looking for a quick, efficient, and hassle-free way to copy files to every sub-folder in Windows, Copywhiz is the answer.

Conclusion:

Copywhiz thus is a simple and easy tool with advanced features and huge benefits!

You can also schedule automatic file backups and take incremental backups using Copywhiz.

Learn more about Copywhiz. Download the free trial from here.

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Copy only specific type of files or folders in Windows using Teracopy alternative replacement.

Hey Guys! When managing files in Windows, there are times when you need to copy only specific file types or folders instead of duplicating an entire directory. Here we have tools like Copywhiz and TeraCopy to simplify this process. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use these tools effectively.

What is Copywhiz?

Copywhiz enhances your file-copy experience by letting you to have more flexibility & control over the file copying and backup process.

Here is how Copywhiz makes file copying a breeze:

  • Copy only new or modified files
  • Easily pick files by name, extension, folder etc from bunch of folders
  • Automatically organize files based on file attributes and metadata
  • Copy files to multiple folders/computers
  • Copy files from multiple folders and paste them at once
  • Sync files between source and destination
  • Pick files from multiple folders and compress in single .zip file
  • Schedule file backups
  • Verify copied files for data integrity
  • Retain security attributes of files & folders (ownership/user access)
  • Several more hidden nuggets designed to make your file-copy task easier.

Transcription:

  1. Select files using Windows Explorer, right-click on them and choose Copywhiz->Copy from the menu.
  2. Go to the destination folder, right-click inside the folder and select Copywhiz–>Paste special–>Paste only files of specific types.
  3. The Settings dialog box will open. You can include or exclude files/folders to be copied by typing their names, file extensions, or folder names. You can also preview the list of files that will be copied and files that will be skipped by clicking on the Preview button. After confirming, press the Ok button in the Settings dialog box. All required files are copied successfully.

Using Teracopy:

We can achieve this with a bit of manual setup as mentioned below.

Steps:

  1. Install TeraCopy: Download and install TeraCopy from its official website.
  2. Prepare the Files: Place all the files you need to filter in a single directory.
  3. Manually Select Specific File Types:
    • Open the source folder in Windows Explorer.
    • Use the search bar to filter specific file types (e.g., type *.jpg for JPEG images).
    • Select all filtered files using Ctrl + A.
  4. Copy with TeraCopy:
    • Right-click on the selected files.
    • Choose TeraCopy > Copy or Move from the context menu.
    • Select the destination folder in TeraCopy and initiate the process.

Conclusion:

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Exclude specific folders when copying files in Windows using PowerShell alternative replacement

Hey Guys! Copying files while excluding specific folders can be a challenge if you’re using standard Windows copy commands. Here we will look at this feature using PowerShell and an alternative software, Copywhiz.

What is Copywhiz?

Copywhiz enhances your file-copy experience by letting you to have more flexibility & control over the file copying and backup process.

Here is how Copywhiz makes file copying a breeze:

  • Copy only new or modified files
  • Easily pick files by name, extension, folder etc from bunch of folders
  • Automatically organize files based on file attributes and metadata
  • Copy files to multiple folders/computers
  • Copy files from multiple folders and paste them at once
  • Sync files between source and destination
  • Pick files from multiple folders and compress in single .zip file
  • Schedule file backups
  • Verify copied files for data integrity
  • Retain security attributes of files & folders (ownership/user access)
  • Several more hidden nuggets designed to make your file-copy task easier.

First we will check out this feature using Copywhiz.

Using Copywhiz:

Watch a short video depicting this feature:

Video Transcription

1. Select files using Windows Explorer, right-click on them and choose Copywhiz->Copy from the menu as shown below :

2. Go to the destination folder, right-click inside the folder and select Copywhiz–>Paste special–>Paste files by name or type as shown below:

3. The Advanced Settings dialog box will open. You can include or exclude files/folders to be copied by typing their names, file extensions, or folder names. You can also preview the list of files that will be copied and files that will be skipped by clicking on the Preview button. After confirming, press the Ok button in the Advanced Settings dialog box. All the required files will be copied successfully.

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Using PowerShell:

Step 1: Open PowerShell

  1. Press Win + X and select PowerShell (Admin).

Step 2: Run Robocopy with Exclusion Parameters

Run the following command:

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robocopy "C:\Source" "D:\Destination" /E /XD "C:\Source\ExcludeFolder1" "C:\Source\ExcludeFolder2"

Explanation of Parameters:

  • "C:\Source" ? Source folder.
  • "D:\Destination" ? Destination folder.
  • /E ? Copies all subdirectories, including empty ones.
  • /XD ? Excludes specific directories.

Step 3: Automate with a PowerShell Script

If you frequently need to copy files with exclusions, use this script:

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# Define source and destination $source = "C:\Source" $destination = "D:\Destination" # Define folders to exclude $excludeFolders = @("ExcludeFolder1", "ExcludeFolder2") # Convert to robocopy /XD format $excludeParams = $excludeFolders -join '" "' # Construct robocopy command $robocopyCmd = "robocopy `"$source`" `"$destination`" /E /XD `"$excludeParams`"" # Execute command Invoke-Expression $robocopyCmd Write-Output "Copy operation completed successfully!"

Conclusion

Copywhiz lets you to choose which type of files to copy & which to ignore i.e, it lets you to do ‘Selective File Copy’.

Pick only those files that are important & avoid files that are not required (Eg. Files that occupy too much space) with Copywhiz. Easily filter files by name, extension, folder, etc. from a bunch of folders.

Complete big file copy tasks with few clicks & save manual effort with Copywhiz.

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Exclude specific folders when copying files using Teracopy alternative replacement

Hi Guys! Copying files in Windows, you might want to exclude certain folders to save time and space. In this post, we’ll walk through how to exclude folders when copying files using TeraCopy and Copywhiz, step by step.

We will first take a look on how to achieve this using Copywhiz.

What is Copywhiz?

Copywhiz enhances your file-copy experience by letting you to have more flexibility & control over the file copying and backup process.

Here is how Copywhiz makes file copying a breeze:

  • Copy only new or modified files
  • Easily pick files by name, extension, folder etc from bunch of folders
  • Automatically organize files based on file attributes and metadata
  • Copy files to multiple folders/computers
  • Copy files from multiple folders and paste them at once
  • Sync files between source and destination
  • Pick files from multiple folders and compress in single .zip file
  • Schedule file backups
  • Verify copied files for data integrity
  • Retain security attributes of files & folders (ownership/user access)
  • Several more hidden nuggets designed to make your file-copy task easier.

Using Copywhiz:

Watch a short video depicting this feature:

Video Transcription

1. Select files using Windows Explorer, right-click on them and choose Copywhiz->Copy from the menu as shown below :

2. Go to the destination folder, right-click inside the folder and select Copywhiz–>Paste special–>Paste files by name or type as shown below:

3. The Advanced Settings dialog box will open. You can include or exclude files/folders to be copied by typing their names, file extensions, or folder names. You can also preview the list of files that will be copied and files that will be skipped by clicking on the Preview button. After confirming, press the Ok button in the Advanced Settings dialog box. All the required files will be copied successfully.

Screenshot-Exclude-Files

Schedule file copy for automatic backups using Fastcopy alternative replacement

Hi Guys! In this post we shall learn how to automatically schedule file backups into a new dated folder each time. Here we two ways to achieve this feature using Copywhiz and Fastcopy.

We will look on how to do this using Copywhiz first.

What is Copywhiz?

Copywhiz enhances your file-copy experience by letting you to have more flexibility & control over the file copying and backup process.

Here is how Copywhiz makes file copying a breeze:

  • Copy only new or modified files
  • Easily pick files by name, extension, folder etc from bunch of folders
  • Automatically organize files based on file attributes and metadata
  • Copy files to multiple folders/computers
  • Copy files from multiple folders and paste them at once
  • Sync files between source and destination
  • Pick files from multiple folders and compress in single .zip file
  • Schedule file backups
  • Verify copied files for data integrity
  • Retain security attributes of files & folders (ownership/user access)
  • Several more hidden nuggets designed to make your file-copy task easier.

Here is a short video that shows how to achieve the above mentioned feature:

Video Transcription:

  1. In this video, we will take automatic file back ups at specific time.
  2. Select the folder, right-click and add it to Copywhiz.
  3. Go to the destination folder, right-click and choose Copywhiz Paste Advanced.
  4. 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.
  5. To schedule automatic backups of these files, let’s first save them as a Copywhiz project.
  6. To save a copywhiz project, click on the ‘File’ tab and select the ‘Save as’ option.
  7. Name the project and save it.
  8. Select the option “Paste Later” to schedule this project.

Copywhiz will now automatically take backups.

Using Fastcopy:

Step 1: Download and Install FastCopy

  1. Download FastCopy from the official website: https://fastcopy.jp/
  2. Install it on your system.

Step 2: Create a FastCopy Backup Command

  1. Open FastCopy.
  2. Select the Source Folder (the folder you want to back up).
  3. Select the Destination Folder (where the backup should be stored).
  4. Choose the copy mode: Diff (Size/Date) for incremental backups.
  5. Click on Execute to test the copy process.
  6. Click Job Settings ? Save Job (this saves your configuration for automation).

Step 3: Create a Task in Windows Task Scheduler

  1. Open Task Scheduler (Press Win + R, type taskschd.msc, and hit Enter).
  2. Click Create Basic Task.
  3. Name the task (e.g., “FastCopy Backup”).
  4. Set the Trigger (Daily, Weekly, or at System Startup).
  5. Choose Start a Program as the action.
  6. Browse to FastCopy.exe, and in the Add Arguments field, enter:/cmd=diff /src="C:\Source" /dst="D:\Backup" /auto_close
  7. Click Finish to save the task.

Your backup will now run automatically based on the schedule you set.

Conclusion:

Creating automatic backups of important files is crucial for data security.

Learn more about Copywhiz. Download the free trial from here.

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Have a good day!

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Schedule file copy for automatic backups using Xcopy alternative replacement

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.

We have a step-by-step guide on how to achieve this. First we will take a look on how to use Copywhiz.

What is Copywhiz?

Copywhiz enhances your file-copy experience by letting you to have more flexibility & control over the file copying and backup process.

Here is how Copywhiz makes file copying a breeze:

  • Copy only new or modified files
  • Easily pick files by name, extension, folder etc from bunch of folders
  • Automatically organize files based on file attributes and metadata
  • Copy files to multiple folders/computers
  • Copy files from multiple folders and paste them at once
  • Sync files between source and destination
  • Pick files from multiple folders and compress in single .zip file
  • Schedule file backups
  • Verify copied files for data integrity
  • Retain security attributes of files & folders (ownership/user access)
  • Several more hidden nuggets designed to make your file-copy task easier.

Here is a short video that shows how to achieve the above mentioned feature:

Video Transcription:

  1. In this video, we will take automatic file back ups at specific time.
  2. Select the folder, right-click and add it to Copywhiz.
  3. Go to the destination folder, right-click and choose Copywhiz Paste Advanced.
  4. 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.
  5. To schedule automatic backups of these files, let’s first save them as a Copywhiz project.
  6. To save a copywhiz project, click on the ‘File’ tab and select the ‘Save as’ option.
  7. Name the project and save it.
  8. Select the option “Paste Later” to schedule this project.

Copywhiz will now automatically take backups.

Key Features of Copywhiz:

  • User-Friendly Interface: Offers a graphical interface that’s easy to navigate, even for beginners.
  • Selective File Copying: Allows you to pick specific files or folders based on name, type, or date.
  • Advanced Scheduling: Schedule backups without needing additional tools like Task Scheduler.
  • Error Handling: Provides better error management with detailed logs.
  • Integration: Works seamlessly with Windows Explorer.
  • Paid Software: Offers a free trial but requires a purchase for full functionality.

Step-by-Step Guide to Using Xcopy

Step 1: Create an Xcopy Backup Command

  1. Open Command Prompt (Win + R, type cmd, and press Enter).
  2. Type the following command:xcopy "C:\Source" "D:\Backup" /E /D /C /H /R /Y
    • /E – Copies all directories and subdirectories.
    • /D – Copies only files that have changed.
    • /C – Continues copying even if errors occur.
    • /H – Copies hidden and system files.
    • /R – Overwrites read-only files.
    • /Y – Suppresses confirmation prompts.
  3. Press Enter to execute the command manually.

Step 2: Automate with Windows Task Scheduler

  1. Open Task Scheduler (Press Win + R, type taskschd.msc, and hit Enter).
  2. Click Create Basic Task.
  3. Name the task (e.g., “Xcopy Backup”).
  4. Set the Trigger (Daily, Weekly, or at System Startup).
  5. Choose Start a Program as the action.
  6. In Program/Script, enter cmd.exe.
  7. In Add Arguments, enter:/c xcopy "C:\Source" "D:\Backup" /E /D /C /H /R /Y
  8. Click Finish to save the task.

Your backup will now run automatically based on the schedule you set.

Conclusion

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.

Learn more about Copywhiz. Download the free trial from here.

For short tutorial videos, Check out this page.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel for interesting videos.

Check out our other cool products.

Have a good day!

Thanks for reading :)

Schedule file copy for automatic backups using Teracopy alternative replacement

Scheduling file copy for automatic backups ensures that your important files are consistently and securely backed up, minimizing the risk of data loss. We have step-by-step guide on how Copywhiz and Teracopy supports this feature.

Let’s take a look first with Copywhiz on how we can achieve this.

What is Copywhiz?

Copywhiz enhances your file-copy experience by letting you to have more flexibility & control over the file copying and backup process.

Here is how Copywhiz makes file copying a breeze:

  • Copy only new or modified files
  • Easily pick files by name, extension, folder etc from bunch of folders
  • Automatically organize files based on file attributes and metadata
  • Copy files to multiple folders/computers
  • Copy files from multiple folders and paste them at once
  • Sync files between source and destination
  • Pick files from multiple folders and compress in single .zip file
  • Schedule file backups
  • Verify copied files for data integrity
  • Retain security attributes of files & folders (ownership/user access)
  • Several more hidden nuggets designed to make your file-copy task easier.

Here is a short video that shows how to achieve the above mentioned feature:

Video Transcription:

  1. In this video, we will take automatic file back ups at specific time.
  2. Select the folder, right-click and add it to Copywhiz.
  3. Go to the destination folder, right-click and choose Copywhiz Paste Advanced.
  4. 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.
  5. To schedule automatic backups of these files, let’s first save them as a Copywhiz project.
  6. To save a copywhiz project, click on the ‘File’ tab and select the ‘Save as’ option.
  7. Name the project and save it.
  8. Select the option “Paste Later” to schedule this project.

Copywhiz will now automatically take backups.

Step-by-Step Guide to Using Teracopy

Step 1: Download and Install TeraCopy

  1. Download TeraCopy from the official website: https://www.codesector.com/teracopy
  2. Install it on your system.

Step 2: Create a TeraCopy Backup Command

  1. Open Command Prompt (Win + R, type cmd, and press Enter).
  2. Type the following command:teracopy copy "C:\Source" "D:\Backup" /overwrite /skip_all
    • /overwrite – Overwrites existing files.
    • /skip_all – Skips problematic files.
  3. Press Enter to execute the command manually.

Step 3: Automate with Windows Task Scheduler

  1. Open Task Scheduler (Press Win + R, type taskschd.msc, and hit Enter).
  2. Click Create Basic Task.
  3. Name the task (e.g., “TeraCopy Backup”).
  4. Set the Trigger (Daily, Weekly, or at System Startup).
  5. Choose Start a Program as the action.
  6. In Program/Script, enter cmd.exe.
  7. In Add Arguments, enter:/c teracopy copy "C:\Source" "D:\Backup" /overwrite /skip_all
  8. Click Finish to save the task.

Your backup will now run automatically based on the schedule you set.

Conclusion

Copywhiz’s intuitive interface and customizable settings make it easy to set up and manage your automatic backups, providing peace of mind and protecting your valuable data.

Learn more about Copywhiz. Download the free trial from here.

For short tutorial videos, Check out this page.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel for interesting videos.

Check out our other cool products.

Have a good day!

Thanks for reading :)

Copy only new & modified files in Windows using Teracopy alternative replacement tool

Hello Friends! This blog post will teach you how to copy only new and modified files in Windows using Copywhiz and Teracopy. Copying new and modified files helps us simplify this task, saving time and ensuring efficiency. We’ll walk you through how to copy only changed files using these tools.

What is Copywhiz?

Copywhiz enhances your file-copy experience by letting you to have more flexibility & control over the file copying and backup process.

Here is how Copywhiz makes file copying a breeze:

  • Copy only new or modified files
  • Easily pick files by name, extension, folder etc from bunch of folders
  • Automatically organize files based on file attributes and metadata
  • Copy files to multiple folders/computers
  • Copy files from multiple folders and paste them at once
  • Sync files between source and destination
  • Pick files from multiple folders and compress in single .zip file
  • Schedule file backups
  • Verify copied files for data integrity
  • Retain security attributes of files & folders (ownership/user access)
  • Several more hidden nuggets designed to make your file-copy task easier.

Transcription:

  1. Right-click on the folder from which only new or modified files need to be copied and choose Copywhiz–>Copy from the menu.
  2. Go to the destination folder, right-click on it and select Copywhiz–>Paste Special- ->Paste only new & modified files
  3. If the same folder already exists in the destination, then only new or modified files will be replaced, others will be skipped, saving a lot of time.

Using Teracopy

Step-by-Step Guide for TeraCopy

  1. Download and Install TeraCopy
  2. Open TeraCopy
    • Launch the TeraCopy application.
  3. Add Source Files
    • Click the “+ Add” button and select the folder containing your source files.
  4. Select the Destination Folder
    • Choose the folder where you want to copy the files.
  5. Enable Overwrite Options
    • Click on the settings (gear icon) and select “Skip All” or “Overwrite if Newer” to ensure only changed or new files are copied.
  6. Start Copying
    • Click the “Copy” button to begin transferring files. TeraCopy will compare file timestamps and sizes to determine which files to copy.

Conclusion

Copywhiz automatically detects new & changed files making the whole process very quick. Alternatively, you can copy files based on specific dates (date modified, date created, date accessed).

What could take several hours if done manually, Copywhiz completes it in few seconds. Just specify the file date type and date range so that the files are copied based on the date criteria.

This feature is very useful while sharing/uploading only recently modified files or taking backup of just new & modified files, especially when there are several files to copy or backup. Or even to pick the latest music/pictures from multiple folders.

The biggest advantage of using Copywhiz is that you can take automatic backups of your files and folders! Read more about it here:

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Subscribe to our YouTube channel for regular updates and interesting videos!

Learn more about Copywhiz.

Download the free trial from here.

Check out our other cool products.

Have a good day.

Thanks for reading till the end :)

Copy only specific type of files or folders in Windows using Robocopy alternative replacement.

Hey Guys! In this blog post we will cover how to copy specific type of files or folders using tools Copywhiz and Robocopy. Let’s look at the step-by-step guide on how to use these tools effectively.

What is Copywhiz?

Copywhiz enhances your file-copy experience by letting you to have more flexibility & control over the file copying and backup process.

Here is how Copywhiz makes file copying a breeze:

  • Copy only new or modified files
  • Easily pick files by name, extension, folder etc from bunch of folders
  • Automatically organize files based on file attributes and metadata
  • Copy files to multiple folders/computers
  • Copy files from multiple folders and paste them at once
  • Sync files between source and destination
  • Pick files from multiple folders and compress in single .zip file
  • Schedule file backups
  • Verify copied files for data integrity
  • Retain security attributes of files & folders (ownership/user access)
  • Several more hidden nuggets designed to make your file-copy task easier.

Transcription:

  1. Select files using Windows Explorer, right-click on them and choose Copywhiz->Copy from the menu.
  2. Go to the destination folder, right-click inside the folder and select Copywhiz–>Paste special–>Paste only files of specific types.
  3. The Settings dialog box will open. You can include or exclude files/folders to be copied by typing their names, file extensions, or folder names. You can also preview the list of files that will be copied and files that will be skipped by clicking on the Preview button. After confirming, press the Ok button in the Settings dialog box. All required files are copied successfully.

Using Robocopy:

  1. Open Command Prompt:
    • Press Win + R, type cmd, and press Enter.
  2. Run the Robocopy Command:
    • Use the following syntax:robocopy <source> <destination> <filetype> /E
      • Replace <source> with the source folder path.
      • Replace <destination> with the target folder path.
      • Replace <filetype> with the desired file type (e.g., *.jpg, *.txt).
      • Use the /E flag to include all subdirectories, even empty ones.
  3. Example Command: To copy all .docx files from C:\Source to D:\Target:robocopy C:\Source D:\Target *.docx /E
  4. Review the Output:
    • Robocopy will display a detailed log of the files copied, skipped, or failed.

Conclusion:

For more tutorial videos, check out this page.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel for interesting videos.

Learn more about Copywhiz. Download the free trial from here.

Have a good day.

Thanks for staying till the end :)

Copy only specific type of files or folders in Windows using Xcopy alternative replacement.

Hey Guys! Copying specific type of files or folders is time-saving. Helps avoid copying unnecessary files or folders, speeding up the process. Here we have tools Copywhiz and Xcopy to simplify this process. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use these tools effectively.

What is Copywhiz?

Copywhiz enhances your file-copy experience by letting you to have more flexibility & control over the file copying and backup process.

Here is how Copywhiz makes file copying a breeze:

  • Copy only new or modified files
  • Easily pick files by name, extension, folder etc from bunch of folders
  • Automatically organize files based on file attributes and metadata
  • Copy files to multiple folders/computers
  • Copy files from multiple folders and paste them at once
  • Sync files between source and destination
  • Pick files from multiple folders and compress in single .zip file
  • Schedule file backups
  • Verify copied files for data integrity
  • Retain security attributes of files & folders (ownership/user access)
  • Several more hidden nuggets designed to make your file-copy task easier.

Transcription:

  1. Select files using Windows Explorer, right-click on them and choose Copywhiz->Copy from the menu.
  2. Go to the destination folder, right-click inside the folder and select Copywhiz–>Paste special–>Paste only files of specific types.
  3. The Settings dialog box will open. You can include or exclude files/folders to be copied by typing their names, file extensions, or folder names. You can also preview the list of files that will be copied and files that will be skipped by clicking on the Preview button. After confirming, press the Ok button in the Settings dialog box. All required files are copied successfully.

Using Xcopy.

Below are the steps guiding using Xcopy:

  1. Open Command Prompt:
    • Press Win + R, type cmd, and press Enter.
  2. Run the Xcopy Command:
    • Use the following syntax:xcopy <source> <destination> <filetype> /S
      • Replace <source> with the source folder path.
      • Replace <destination> with the target folder path.
      • Replace <filetype> with the desired file type (e.g., *.jpg, *.txt).
      • Use the /S flag to include subdirectories, excluding empty ones.
  3. Example Command: To copy all .txt files from C:\Source to D:\Target:xcopy C:\Source D:\Target *.txt /S
  4. Review the Output:
    • Xcopy will display a summary of files copied, skipped, or failed.

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