The Filters section in Policy Management allows administrators to create, edit, and delete file type filters used in backup policies. These filters help control which file types are included or excluded during backup operations.
Log in to the CrashPlan Administration Portal using administrator credentials.
From the left navigation pane, click Policy Management.
Navigate to the Filters section. The list of configured filters is displayed.
Creating a New Filter
Use this procedure to create a new file filter.
On the Filters screen, click Create New Filter.
Enter the required Filter Name.
Specify the required file extensions or filter values.
Configure the filter settings as required.
Click Save to create the filter.
Editing a Filter
Use this procedure to modify an existing filter.
Locate the required filter from the filter list.
Click Edit under the Actions column.
Update the filter name or file extension values as required.
Click Save to apply the changes.
Deleting a Filter
Use this procedure to permanently remove a filter.
Locate the required filter from the list.
Click Delete under the Actions column.
Confirm the deletion when prompted.
The selected filter is removed from the platform.
Filter List Information
Filter Name | Displays the name of the configured filter. |
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Filters | Displays the file extensions or filter rules associated with the filter. The Filters summary on the right will show the extensions of the filters you select, as well as provide an option to Edit the file extensions in the filters listed. You can also choose with a toggle switch whether or not you want to back up files without an extension. |
Actions | Provides options to edit or delete the selected filter. |
Advanced Options
Web Based Login | Enable or disable Web Based Login |
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not been active for | Toggle this parameter on or off.
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