7  Select Directory

The Select Directory feature allows users to choose a folder on their computer for specific purposes, such as setting a cache directory. This guide explains how to use the directory selector efficiently.

7.1 Steps to Use the Select Directory Feature

7.1.1 Open the Directory Selector

  • Click the button labelled “Set Cache Directory” or any other action that opens the directory selector.
  • A window will appear, allowing you to browse your computer’s file system.
The select directory dialog.
Figure 7.1: The select directory dialog.

7.1.2 Select a Drive (if needed)

  • Use the top-right drop-down menu labelled with the current drive (e.g., C:) to select a different drive.
  • Click the drop-down arrow and choose the drive where the desired folder is located.

7.1.4 Sort Content (Optional)

  • Use the “Sort Content” button to organize the folders alphabetically or by other criteria, if available.

7.1.5 Select a Folder

  • Click on the desired folder to highlight it.
  • Click the “Select” button at the bottom-right corner of the window to confirm your choice.

7.1.6 Verify Your Selection

  • Once the folder is selected, the application will confirm the operation with a message (e.g., “Cache directory set successfully”).

7.2 Best Practices

  1. Ensure Folder Permissions:
    • Make sure the folder has the appropriate read/write permissions for the application to access or save files.
  2. Use a Dedicated Folder:
    • Create and use a specific folder (e.g., “Cache” or “App Data”) to keep files organized and prevent mixing unrelated data.
  3. Avoid System Folders:
    • Refrain from selecting critical system directories (e.g., C:/Windows) to avoid accidental changes to sensitive files.

7.3 Common Use Cases

7.3.1 Setting a Cache Directory

  • Store temporary files generated by the application to enhance performance by reusing cached data.