time machine and other files

[JonD25]

I couldn't even think how to search for this answer, so I'm hoping someone can just give me a quick answer if it's already been asked before.

My question is, is there any negative effects to storing files on a Time Machine drive outside the "Backups.backupdb" folder? Will they stay untouched and not effect the TM backups in any way (other than taking up available space)?

 

[kolax]

Time Machine will only backup to the Time Machine folder. So you are safe to put other files on the drive without fear of them being overwritten.

 

[JonD25]

Thanks. Exactly what I was looking for.