Keeping copies
A useful backup is one you can restore. Keep a separate copy of important documents, and occasionally open a few files from the copy to check they are readable. Name archives with a date so older versions are easy to find.
Short notes on keeping digital work simple and organized.
A useful backup is one you can restore. Keep a separate copy of important documents, and occasionally open a few files from the copy to check they are readable. Name archives with a date so older versions are easy to find.
Choose a small number of folders with clear names. Keep working drafts separate from finished documents. A short description in each project folder makes it easier to return to work after a break.
Save long documents before travelling. Include their titles and original sources alongside the files, and check that diagrams are included. Plain text notes remain easy to search and move between devices.