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View time machine files

I am backing up my iMac for the first time with Time Machine and want to know how I can view the backup files on my computer.


thank you

Posted on May 4, 2020 8:12 PM

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Posted on May 4, 2020 8:28 PM

To look at and restore file from the backups, you will want to use the Time Machine Space Interface.

Have a look at > Use Time Machine to restore deleted files or older files - Apple Support


For more information on using and restoring your entire iMac from Time Machine.

see > Back up your Mac with Time Machine - Apple Support

and > Restore your Mac from a backup - Apple Support

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den.thed
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May 4, 2020 8:28 PM in response to patriciafrommanheim

To look at and restore file from the backups, you will want to use the Time Machine Space Interface.

Have a look at > Use Time Machine to restore deleted files or older files - Apple Support


For more information on using and restoring your entire iMac from Time Machine.

see > Back up your Mac with Time Machine - Apple Support

and > Restore your Mac from a backup - Apple Support

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View time machine files

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