# Quick Start
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- Start *Back In Time* from your applications menu.
- Select a destination directory for backups in the *General* tab (USB
  drive/local directory/network location…).
- Optionally, select a schedule for automatic backups (e.g. *Every week*).
- In the *Include* tab, add files/directories to backup (e.g. Documents,
  Music…).
- Save your settings with *OK*.
- Start the backup operation.

