Usersettings on RsyncUI

RsyncUI settings

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Several settings can be adjusted. After changing a setting, save the changes to keep them next time you use RsyncUI. Access your settings with the shortcut ⌘,.

Rsync and path — settings for the rsync binary and paths
Log settings — logging behaviour and UI options

For SSH configuration, see the SSH Setup section.

The “About” section displays the version of rsync in use and the path for storing and retrieving configurations to the permanent storage location.

Rsync and path

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After changing a setting, save the changes to keep them next time you use RsyncUI.

Version rsync

It is recommended to install the latest version of rsync. RsyncUI provides direct path support for Homebrew on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. RsyncUI will determine the type of Mac you are using. The default path for Homebrew is:

Intel-based Mac: /usr/local/bin
Apple Silicon: /opt/homebrew/bin

Path rsync

The snapshot and syncremote features require the latest rsync. If an updated or new rsync is not installed by Homebrew, set the path manually.

Log settings

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After changing a setting, save the changes to keep them next time you use RsyncUI.

Check for Errors in Output:

default: off
if the word “error” is found in rsync output, you are notified

Add Summary Log Record:

default: on
a summary of each synchronization is added to the log records; view “Log Listings” from the Sidebar

No time delay Synchronize URL-actions

default: off
if on, estimated tasks triggered by URL-actions will synchronize without any chance to abort

Hide the Sidebar on startup

SSH settings

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After changing a setting, save the changes to keep them next time you use RsyncUI.

This view configures the global SSH keypath and identity file used by RsyncUI for all remote tasks. For a guide on creating SSH keys, see SSH keys and passwordless login.

Local SSH Key Present

When this is “on”, RsyncUI has detected a local SSH key.

The default RSA-based SSH key values are ~/.ssh/id_rsa and port 22. These are not required if you use the defaults. If you do not specify your own keypath and identity file, RsyncUI uses the defaults. If a local SSH key is present, leave the settings as-is or set your own keypath and identity file. RsyncUI will mark the selected settings as default.