Create Template
- Start: Goto Duplicator Pro > Templates > click the ‘Add New’ button in the upper right corner
- Copy From: This is an optional step that will allow you to copy from an existing template
- FILES: Apply any file filters to exclude specific file/directories/extensions
- DATABASE: Apply any table filters that should not be included as part of the package
- INSTALLER: Apply the installer setup values you would like to be applied to the package
- Save: Save the template by clicking the ‘Save Template’ button.
Apply Template
- Start: Goto Duplicator Pro > Packages > click the ‘Create New’ button in the upper right corner
- Apply Template: The template you made in the step Create Template section above should be visible in the dropdown
- After selecting your template all of the values in the Archive and Installer section should reflect the values saved in the template
- To undo the applied template just select the [Unassigned] value and the package settings will default to its last created settings
Templates are also one of the key parameters when creating a schedule. Templates can be used to schedule a database backup everyday and a fullsite backup once a week. With templates you have the flexibility to customize the contents of your package.
Also see: Packages » New – Step 1: Setup
Also see: Schedules » Add/Edit