RoboSuite v1.3 - The Advanced RoboCopy GUI

Introduction

RoboSuite v1.3 is a powerful, free, and feature-rich graphical user interface (GUI) for the Windows command-line tool RoboCopy. Designed by Gianpaolo Aggiusti, this software elevates file copy and synchronization operations, making complex tasks simple and accessible to all users. Its purpose is to provide complete and intuitive control over RoboCopy, eliminating the need to memorize complex commands while adding a host of advanced features for backup and data management. This application is a stable and complete project, designed to offer an efficient and trouble-free experience in managing your backups and data transfers.

Features

• Intuitive Job Editor: Easily configure your copy jobs with preset modes like "Full Copy," "Mirror," "Incremental," and "Move," or enter your custom flags with the help of an advanced options editor.
• Job Scheduling: Automate your backups. Create and manage multiple scheduled jobs that run on specific days and times.
• Smart Imaging: A unique post-copy action that automatically creates a backup image (.wim) of your destination folder. It intelligently performs a full backup the first time and incremental backups for subsequent runs.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor your system's performance in real-time during copy operations with graphs for Disk I/O, Network I/O, and CPU/RAM usage.
• Detailed Reporting: At the end of each job, an HTML log with a summary of errors and skipped files is generated. You can also generate a historical report of all past operations, complete with charts.
• File Verification: Verify the integrity of your copies by comparing the source and destination files using fast MD5 hashes.
• Light & Dark Mode: Customize the application's appearance to your preference.

Installation

⚠️ A Note on Security Warnings
When downloading the executable from the GitHub Releases page, your browser (Chrome, Edge, etc.) or Windows Defender SmartScreen may display a security warning, flagging the file as "not commonly downloaded." This is a standard security precaution for new, independently developed software that is not digitally signed.
The file is safe to run. If you see a warning, you may need to click "More info" -> "Run anyway" (on Windows) or "Keep" -> "Keep anyway" (in your browser) to proceed.

RoboSuite v1.3 is portable software and does not require installation.

Requirements:

• Operating System: Windows 10 or higher.
• Dependencies: None. The software is a single, standalone executable (.exe) that includes all necessary libraries, such as PySide6 and psutil.

Installation Instructions:

1. Download the RoboSuite_v1.3.exe file from the distribution source.
2. Move the .exe file to the desired folder on your computer.
3. Double-click the .exe file to start the program.

No post-installation configuration is necessary.

Usage Examples:

1. Mirror Copy:

• Enter the "Source Path" (e.g., C:\ImportantData).
• Enter the "Destination Path" (e.g., D:\Backup).
• Select the "Mirror Copy" checkbox.
• Click "Start RoboCopy".
  This will create an exact copy of the source in the destination, deleting files from the destination that no longer exist in the source.

2. Incremental Copy:

• Enter the "Source Path" and "Destination Path".
• Select the "Incremental Copy" checkbox.
• Click "Start RoboCopy".
  This operation will only copy new or modified files.

3. Adding Custom Options:

• Type the options directly into the "Manual Options" field (e.g., /XO /Z).
• Alternatively, click on the options button next to the field for a complete list of common flags and their descriptions.

Contributions

RoboSuite v1.3 is a project individually developed by Gianpaolo Aggiusti. Currently, there are no plans for direct collaboration through external code contributions.

Bug Reporting:

If you encounter bugs or unexpected behavior, please report them by sending an email to g.aggiusti@gmail.com. Please try to provide as much information as possible:
* Detailed description of the problem.
* Steps to reproduce the bug.
* Operating system versions.
* Relevant screenshots or log files, if applicable.

FAQ:

• Is the software really free? Yes, it is freeware for personal and commercial use.
• Can I use it on multiple computers? Absolutely yes, you can use it on an unlimited number of PCs.
• Do I need to install RoboCopy separately? No, RoboCopy is a built-in utility in Windows and does not require additional installations.
• Does the software modify my source files? No, if you do not use "move" options (/MOV or /MOVE), the source files are not modified or deleted.
• Why doesn't verification work for move operations? The verification based on MD5 hashes compares files at the source and destination locations. In move operations, the files are removed from the source, making comparison impossible after completion.

License and Contacts

License:

This software is distributed as freeware. You can use, copy, and distribute it freely, provided it is unaltered and free of charge.

Contact Information:

For any questions, suggestions, or bug reports, you can contact the developer:

Gianpaolo Aggiusti
* Email: g.aggiusti@gmail.com
* Web: https://robocopygui.com

Donations are always welcome to support future development and keep the project active!
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