: Contains all saved FTP connection details (excluding passwords if they aren't stored).
Total Commander is a powerhouse of file management, but its customizability means you likely have years of fine-tuned settings you don't want to lose. Whether you are migrating to a new PC or just creating a "just in case" backup, exporting your settings is a manual but straightforward process.
To perform a complete backup, you should copy the following files to your backup location:
Unlike many older Windows applications, Total Commander does heavily rely on the registry for its core settings. It is a "green" application. However, if you have integrated Total Commander into the Windows context menu ("Copy to left/right panel" options), those shell extensions are stored in the registry. total commander export settings
You can type cd %COMMANDER_INI% into the Total Commander command line to jump directly to the folder containing these settings.
| Problem | Solution | | :--- | :--- | | | Close Total Commander completely before copying (including background processes). | | FTP passwords not exporting | Ensure you are not using "Master Password" protection. If you are, you need the password to decrypt on the new PC. | | Plugins missing after restore | Exporting settings does not export plugins. You must manually reinstall plugins in C:\totalcmd\Plugins , then restore the INI files. | | Toolbar icons are blank | Your .bar files contain relative paths that no longer match. Edit the .bar file in Notepad to update drive letters. |
But what happens when you upgrade your hard drive, move to a new PC, or, worst of all, face a system crash? You risk losing hundreds of hours of configuration. : Contains all saved FTP connection details (excluding
If you want a ready-to-use or an auto-sync script for cloud backup , let me know and I can provide that as well.
: Contains your interface settings, shortcuts, color schemes, and history.
If you have spent any significant time using (TC), you know it is far more than a simple file manager. It is a powerhouse of customization. You’ve likely tweaked the toolbar buttons, configured custom columns, set up FTP connections, created intricate file associations, and fine-tuned the layout to fit your workflow like a glove. To perform a complete backup, you should copy
Save as export_tc_settings.cmd :
| Issue | Solution | |-------|----------| | FTP passwords not restored | Ensure wcx_ftp.ini is copied. Passwords are encrypted but machine-dependent – re-enter if changed OS. | | Button icons missing | Icons are stored by path. If using external .ico or .dll , copy those too, or use internal TC icons. | | Plugin settings lost | Plugins often store config in wincmd.ini but binaries must be reinstalled. Re-install plugin first, then restore INI. | | Keyboard shortcuts gone | Check [Shortcuts] section in wincmd.ini . Ensure no conflicting new version defaults. |
