Windows 7: Alternative to Synctoy

thewolfe · 02 Oct 2010

I use MS SyncToy which has worked fine but I want to sync one file only. Synctoy makes you jump through hoops to sync one file.

Any suggestions?

Using it between XP and Windows 7.

The Howling Wolves · 02 Oct 2010

Read thru this sync toy thread as it may come up with a clue to help you.
MS Synctoy for windows7

karlsnooks · 02 Oct 2010

Quote: Originally Posted by thewolfe

I use MS SyncToy which has worked fine but I want to sync one file only. Synctoy makes you jump through hoops to sync one file.
Any suggestions? Using it between XP and Windows 7.

I find setting up folder pairs to be rather minimal configuration. Every sync program requires some configuration.

I find SyncToy configuration easy and simple.

karlsnooks · 02 Oct 2010

Oh yes, failed to mention: You might want to look into SkyDrive. You might prefer a SkyDrive approach better. Just google SkyDrive. You will need to set up a Windows Live account, but you probably already have one from using some other Windows/Microsoft feature.

thewolfe · 02 Oct 2010

I was trying to get a one click solution to sync laptop & desktop on my network. I do that for my Outlook but can't get Synctoy to do the job. I can always copy and paste.

I do use Dropbox but it's more steps than I want.

Thanks for the post.

craney5 · 03 Oct 2010

Have you tried windows xcopy? great little tool very simple to use, create 1 batch file then double click and away you go

Windows 7: Alternative to Synctoy

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