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[Feature Request] Backup and Restore User Settings using a Config File

Open iamkartiknayak opened this issue 11 months ago • 1 comments

Issue/Bug description: Add an option in Cosmic Settings to create a backup .dotfile that includes all system settings, making it easy for users to back up and restore their configurations. This feature should encompass the following categories:

  • Desktop -> save (panel , dock, window mgmt & workspace)
  • Power & Battery -> save (power mode & saving options)
  • Input Devices -> save (special char entry & keyboard shortcuts)
  • Time & Language -> save (timezone & date-time format)
  • Installed Apps -> save (apps in respective format .deb or flatpak)

Expected Behavior:

  • The .dotfile should store all user-defined settings from the mentioned categories, including manual configurations.
  • Exclude appearance and wallpaper settings to keep the focus on functional configurations. Restore Functionality
  • Users should be able to restore their settings by simply loading the .dotfile via the Backup & Restore section.

Use Case:

  • Facilitates quick recovery or migration of settings when reinstalling or moving to a new system.
  • Install all necessary apps in one go
  • Simplifies managing complex configurations for power users.

iamkartiknayak avatar Jan 18 '25 12:01 iamkartiknayak

Maybe something COSMIC Sync app can provide?

iamkartiknayak avatar Oct 30 '25 17:10 iamkartiknayak