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How do I get started using btrfs snapshots? (self.linuxquestions)

submitted 1 year ago by jmanjones to c/linuxquestions

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I'm using btrfs for the first time along with default Fedora Workstation. I want to setup incremental snapshots in case of something goes wrong while tweaking my system. Or just be able to take a snapshot right before making a major change. I'm not sure how to get started. When I look up guide, most of them feel a bit too advanced.

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[–] possiblylinux127 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

You should be able to list all subvolumes with sudo btrfs subvolume list /. From their you can use the btrfs snapshot command to take a snapshot. sudo btrfs subvolume snapshot / test

[–] jmanjones 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

If you don't mind! What does output of subvolume list mean? Where is a good place to store snapshots in case of failure? I ask because I used your example commands and it placed it in my home directory and I'm not sure if thats a good place

[–] Perroboc 1 points 1 year ago

I use https://gitlab.com/btrfs-assistant/btrfs-assistant