History records are stored internally inside the Author-it library, or archived in XML format to an external location. Archiving is optional, however it will help prevent the size of your library from quickly ballooning out of control.
In the History window, these icons show where the records are stored.
| The object history is stored in the library (database) |
| The object history is stored in the archive folder |
You can choose from auto settings (when all records are archived as they are created) or manual settings where you define when records should be archived.
Auto Archive Settings
Manual Archive Settings
You can still access Edit History for comparison and revert even when archived, provided that the users can access the archive folder. If you are using auto archive, then all users will need read and write permissions. If you are using manual archive, then the user performing the archive will need read and write, while all other users will only need read permissions to the archive folder.
A message displays if Author-it cannot access the folder you are using for archiving. If the archive folder moves and Author-it cannot access it, you won't be able to save topics or complete a manual archive.
Note: When working with multiple libraries, define a separate archive folder for each library.
Important: Once history records have been archived, they are stored externally and cannot be brought back into the library. If you move your library, you will need to make sure the path to the archived files remains valid. If the files cannot be found, you won't be able to compare or revert to previous versions.
