Where Does INDI Store Profiles?
INDI keeps server profiles, driver choices and device configs in a hidden folder in home on Linux. Path and backup routine.
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INDI centers on a hidden folder in home holding server profiles and per device configs. Drivers read those files at startup. Captures and logs land elsewhere per client.
That single tree design makes observatory moves one copy with the server stopped. Port names vary per machine, so device lines need per host fixes. Keep one profile per rig with names matching the setup.
Where INDI stores this, by platform
~/.indi/
Server profiles and per device configs below one root. Exact filenames may vary by INDI version, so confirm with a fresh save first. Stop the server before copying.
Frequently asked questions
How do I move INDI settings?
Copy the indi folder with the server stopped, especially profiles and device configs. Drivers, ports and options travel together. Serial device names differ per host, so fix port lines before connecting hardware.
Where are my equipment profiles?
In profile XML files inside the indi folder, one per equipment set. Each profile names drivers plus ports and options. Load profiles from the control panel or client of choice after the move.
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