Restoring Aroma Backups: A Step-By-Step Guide To Success

AromaBackup is a simple mod by Aroma1997 that allows users to save and restore backups of their Minecraft world. It is highly recommended for single-player or LAN worlds. Users can choose the frequency of backups, along with the number to keep. Backups are saved as zipped folders in the FTB directory for the pack in a folder named backups. To load a backup world, users can simply copy the backup world from the backups folder and paste it into their saves folder, replacing the old save file.

How to use backed-up worlds with AromaBackup

AromaBackup is a simple mod by Aroma1997 that allows users to save and restore backups of their Minecraft world. It is highly recommended for single-player or LAN worlds.

• Open your FTB launcher and click on the Options tab.
• Find your Install Folder and open the folder. For Agrarian Skies, it is AgrarianSkiesHQ.
• Navigate to minecraft --> backups --> Home --> year --> month --> date.
• You will see a list of backups named Backup-Home-year-month-date--hour-minute.zip. Choose the backup you want to use and copy the Home folder.
• Go back to your folder and navigate to minecraft --> saves.
• Delete the existing Home folder, but leave the NEI folder.
• Paste the copied Home folder into the saves folder.
• Load up your Minecraft game and play your map.

Remember to delete old backups periodically to free up space, as the backup folder can get very large over time. You can also set the frequency of backups and the number of backups to keep through the config file.

How to automatically backup worlds

How to Automatically Backup Minecraft Worlds

Minecraft is a popular sandbox construction game that allows players to create their own worlds. Given the time and effort required to build these worlds, it is important to protect them from potential threats such as malware and computer virus attacks, hard drive failure, and accidental data loss. One way to do this is by creating automatic backups. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to set up automatic backups for your Minecraft worlds:

Step 1: Choose a Backup Method

There are several ways to back up your Minecraft worlds, but not all methods support automatic backups. Here are two recommended methods:

• Using a Professional Backup Software: Software like EaseUS Todo Backup Home allows you to automatically back up your Minecraft worlds and offers many advanced options. It is a reliable and user-friendly option, especially if you are looking for a more comprehensive backup solution.
• Using AromaBackup: AromaBackup is a simple mod by Aroma1997 that enables automatic backups for your Minecraft worlds. It supports scheduled backups, command-controlled backups, and backups on world load/unload. This is a great option if you are specifically looking for a Minecraft world backup solution.

Step 2: Install and Set Up the Backup Software or Mod

Depending on your chosen method, the installation and setup process will vary:

• For EaseUS Todo Backup Home: Download and install the software on your computer. Launch the program and click on the "Create Backup" button. Select the "Apps data" option and scroll to find and select Minecraft from the list of apps. Choose a location to store your backup, preferably an external hard drive or cloud service. You can also set up a customised backup schedule by clicking on the "Option" button.
• For AromaBackup: Download and install the AromaBackup mod and the required Aroma1997Core mod. Place both files in the “mods” folder. Verify that the mod is working by checking for backup folders and messages in the server console indicating successful backups. You can customise the frequency of backups and the number of backups to keep by editing the config file under config/aroma1997/AromaBackup.cfg.

Step 3: Perform Regular Backups and Restore When Needed

With your chosen backup method set up, you can now rest easy knowing that your Minecraft worlds are being automatically backed up. Remember to periodically check that your backups are being created successfully. In the unfortunate event that you need to restore a backup, simply navigate to your backup location and select the backup you want to restore. Replace the existing world folder with the backup folder, and your Minecraft world will be restored.

By following these steps, you can ensure that your Minecraft worlds are safely backed up, giving you peace of mind and the ability to restore your creations in the event of any issues or accidental data loss.

How to restore from a backup

AromaBackup is a simple mod that allows users to save and restore backups of their Minecraft world. It is compatible with several Minecraft versions, including 1.7.10, 1.8, 1.8.8, 1.8.9, 1.9, 1.9.4, 1.10, 1.10.2, 1.11, 1.11.1, 1.11.2, 1.12, 1.12.1, and 1.12.2.

To restore from a backup, follow these steps:

• Open your FTB launcher and click on the Options tab.
• Locate your Install Folder and open it.
• Navigate to the relevant folder for your modpack. For example, for the Agrarian Skies modpack, the folder is named AgrarianSkiesHQ.
• Go to the following path within the folder: minecraft --> backups --> Home --> [year] --> [month] --> [date].
• You will see a list of backups named Backup-Home-year-month-date--hour-minute.zip. Select the backup you want to restore from.
• Copy the Home folder within the selected backup (you can use ctrl+c to copy).
• Navigate back to your modpack folder and go to minecraft --> saves.
• Delete the existing Home folder or move it elsewhere for safekeeping.
• Paste the copied Home folder into the saves folder (you can use ctrl+v or right-click and select paste).
• Launch your game, and your map should be restored to the state of the backup.

Note: Restoring from a backup will allow you to recover lost items, fix glitches, or undo any undesirable changes to your world. However, consider your specific situation and whether it aligns with your gameplay rules and the nature of the modpack you are using.

How to install AromaBackup on a server

AromaBackup is a simple mod by Aroma1997 that allows users to save and restore backups of their Minecraft world. It requires Aroma1997Core to launch.

Step 1: Download the required files

Download the following files:

• AromaBackup: https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods/aromabackup/files?page=1&pageSize=20&version=1.7.10
• Aroma1997Core: https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods/aroma1997core/files?page=1&pageSize=20&version=1.7.10

Step 2: Place the downloaded files in the mods folder

Place both the AromaBackup and Aroma1997Core files in the "mods/" folder on your server.

Step 3: Verify the installation

Check the server console for messages like " [AromaBackup/INFO]: [º1AromaBackupºr] Server Backup done!" to verify that AromaBackup is installed correctly.

Step 4: Check for the backup folder

Verify that a new folder called "backups/" has been created and that your world folder is being saved to this location.

Note: It seems that running the .jar file is no longer working for AromaBackup.

Additional Information:

• AromaBackup allows you to choose the frequency of backups and the number of backups to keep.
• It is recommended for use in single-player or LAN worlds.
• By default, AromaBackup is set to create a backup once every 2 hours and keep a maximum of 12 backups. This can consume a large amount of disk space.
• If you are using a rented server without access to the host console, consider using Yet Another Backup Mod - No Compression Fork, which allows you to store uncompressed backups that are easier to restore without command-line access.

How to locate the directory of a backup folder

To locate the directory of a backup folder, follow these steps:

First, open your FTB launcher and click on the Options tab. Here, you will find your Install Folder. Open this folder.

Next, open the folder for your specific modpack. For example, if you are using the Agrarian Skies modpack, open the AgrarianSkiesHQ folder.

Now, navigate through the following folders: minecraft --> backups --> Home. Here, you will find folders for each year, such as 2015. Open the appropriate year folder.

Inside the year folder, you will find folders for each month. Navigate to the desired month folder, and then open the backup folder for the specific date and time you are interested in.

The backup folders are named in the following format: Backup-Home-year-month-date--hour-minute.zip. For example, a backup from 1 April 2023 at 15:30 would be named Backup-Home-2023-04-01--15-30.zip.

Once you have located the desired backup folder, you can proceed with restoring your backup or performing any other necessary actions.

It is important to note that the backup folder can become quite large over time, so remember to periodically delete older backups to save space. Additionally, some backup tools may provide features to save space, such as zipping directories or only saving differences from previous backups.

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