Is it possible to run DC twice at the same time?

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dcwul62
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Is it possible to run DC twice at the same time?

Post by dcwul62 »

I have set up a detailed duplicate check, number of folders, specific criteria, etc. and would like to run DC a 2nd time on other folders.
However, I do not want to loose the first check, i.e. I would like to keep that running, so I can continue with that one later.

Is it possible to run Duplicate Cleaner as a '2nd session' ?
I mean, twice at the same time.

Or is it possible to
save the 'view' of the running DC,
close that,
start new,
do the 'other duplicate check'
close that one
and re-open the initial Duplicate Cleaner view and continue?

Thanks!
Callistemon
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Re: Is it possible to run DC twice at the same time?

Post by Callistemon »

You can right-click the taskbar icon and click Duplicate Cleaner 5. The first instance will continue to be intact for as long as it remains open, and will not be affected by the second. However, if the first instance gets closed, you will not be able to restore it, as all new windows will restore the second instance. As such, you should enable "Confirm on exit" in the settings tab when using multiple instances.
dcwul62
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Re: Is it possible to run DC twice at the same time?

Post by dcwul62 »

Thank you very much indeed!

Really helpful and the answer I was waiting for...

Thanks again.
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